Question

Which is the independent clause in the sentence?

The animals that live in tide pools must adapt to environmental extremes so that they can survive in the unusual habitat.
a. they can survive in the unusual habitat
b. the animals must adapt to environmental extremes
c. so that they can survive
d. that live in tide pools

Answer 1

B would be your answer because an independent clause means it can stand alone as it's one sentence.
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Answer 2

- - Independent is meaning to stand alone, to be individual.
B is your answer.