The document outlines 10 rules for using commas in sentences:
1) Use a comma before coordinating conjunctions joining two independent clauses.
2) Use a comma with introductory adverb clauses.
3) Use a comma after introductory words.
4) Use a comma after introductory phrases including participial, prepositional (if long), and infinitive phrases.
5) Use a comma for direct address.
6) Use commas with non-essential adjective clauses.
7) Use commas with dates, addresses, and items in a list of three or more.
8) Do not use a comma before a regular order adverb clause.
5. RULE # 4 Use a comma after introductory phrases: -participial phrase -prepositional phrase (if 4 + words) -prepositional phrase (if 2 or more in a row) -Infinitive phrase used as an adjective
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