INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the following items combines two clauses. Determine which one combines the clauses correctly.Blake desperately wanted to buy a new car. He didn't have the money.
A. Blake desperately wanted to buy a new car, he didn't have the money.
B. Although Blake desperately wanted to buy a new car. He didn't have the money.
C. Blake desperately wanted to buy a new car, but he didn't have the money.
D. Blake desperately wanted to buy a new car; but he didn't have the money.
Answer: C
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