Grammar Time!
Grammar question, guys!
When making a decently long list, should commas or semicolons be used?
THIS?
Seven distinct social groups were derived from participant data: families of origin; romantic/sexual partners; children; friends; medical professionals; support groups; and community groups.
OR THIS?
Seven distinct social groups were derived from participant data: families of origin, romantic/sexual partners, children, friends, medical professionals, support groups, and community groups.
When making a decently long list, should commas or semicolons be used?
THIS?
Seven distinct social groups were derived from participant data: families of origin; romantic/sexual partners; children; friends; medical professionals; support groups; and community groups.
OR THIS?
Seven distinct social groups were derived from participant data: families of origin, romantic/sexual partners, children, friends, medical professionals, support groups, and community groups.