herbivorie
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- May 31, 2011
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- Japanese
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- Japan
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- Japan
I have seen a style guide that says we should use a colon before a list.
For example,
The roles of the manager include the following:
1. Implement risk management and loss control policies.
2. Maintain and actively promote a safe and healthful working environment.
3. Take prompt, appropriate action to correct unsafe conditions.
Is a colon like the above one always necessary in English, or does it depends on the style guide?
I mean, is it grammatically okay if I use a period instead of a colon when I don't have to follow a style guide?
For example,
The roles of the manager include the following:
1. Implement risk management and loss control policies.
2. Maintain and actively promote a safe and healthful working environment.
3. Take prompt, appropriate action to correct unsafe conditions.
Is a colon like the above one always necessary in English, or does it depends on the style guide?
I mean, is it grammatically okay if I use a period instead of a colon when I don't have to follow a style guide?