We draw the conclusion that, and that ....

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We draw the conclusion that A is good, and that B is bad.I want to mean I draw two conclusions. Is that necessary (in terms of so-called style)?Thanks for reading my post!

BarbaraPA · Accepted Answer

If you want to emphasize that there are two conclusions, I would definintely use the other that.

Clive · Answer

Hi,

We draw the conclusion that A is good, and that B is bad.

I want to mean I draw two conclusions.

Is that necessary (in terms of so-called style)?

If there are two separate conclusions, use the plural of the word. Both uses of 'that' are optional. I'd keep the first one, ie

We draw the conclusions that A is good and B is bad.

Unless the subordinate clauses are lengthy, I'd also not use the comma.

Best wishes, Clive

Maple · Answer

Thank you guys! [C] [C]

I figure now

We draw the conclusions (10 words) and (11 words). ---------good

We draw the conclusions that (10 words), and that (11 words). ------------acceptable (Maybe also good)

Anyhow,in this case, conclustion has to be in its plural form.

Best Regards!

Maple

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