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IF / THEN AND SPLIT INFINITIVES
AVOID THE IF / THEN STRUCTURE.
 
1. If this is true, then, you should not attend the event.
 
              If this is true, you should not attend the event.
 
 
2. If Angela does not treat her dog with kindness, then, her parents should find him a new home.
 
              If Angela does not treat her dog with kindness, her parents should find him a new home.
 
 
3. If you want to be trusted, then, be honest.
 
              If you want to be trusted, be honest.
 
 
4. If you want to be hired, then, learn all about the company before applying.  
 
              If you want to be hired, learn all about the company before applying.  
 
 
5. If you are lucky enough to have grandparents in your life, then, you should pay attention to them.
 
              If you are lucky enough to have grandparents in your life, you should pay attention to them.
 
 
 
AVOID SPLITTING INFINITIVES.
 
1. Demonstrating this concept is much harder to effectively do.
 
              Demonstrating this concept is much harder to do effectively.
 
 
2. The suggestion offered a great way to completely solve the problem.
 
              The suggestion offered a great way to solve the problem completely.