Can an if-clause contain two independent clauses?
For example, is it correct to say "if the mind and body are two sides of the same coin and harm to one causes harm to the other, it is unreasonable to separate mental and physical health treatments." Or do you need to repeat "if" for each sentence like "if the mind and body .... and if harm to one..., it is unreasonable ..."?
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Both styles (with or without "if") are possible, but I would put a comma after "coin". Personally I would also insert "then" at the start of the result clause, though this is not mandatory.
- Both styles (with or without "if") are possible, but I would put a comma after "coin".
- Personally I would also insert "then" at the start of the result clause, though this is not mandatory.
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Both styles (with or without "if") are possible, but I would put a comma after "coin". Personally I would also insert "then" at the start of the result clause, though this is not mandatory.
0lifelong learnerOr do you need to repeat "if" for each sentence
That would be wrong in this case. The "and" has the force of "and therefore".
"used as a function word to express logical modification, consequence, antithesis, or supplementary explanation" ( https://
0lifelong learner Can an if-clause contain two independent clauses?
Absolutely.
The conjunction can be AND or OR.
e.g.
If A and B, then C.
e.g.
If it doesn't rain and both George and John join us, we can play the football game.
If A or B, then C.
If you study harder on your own, or you get a first-cl
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