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Which of the following sentences provides an example of the correct usage of a semicolon?
  1. The surveys performed included the following; topographic, bathymetric, and structural.
  2. Every employee should have access to the park; furthermore, access to the park should be free.
  3. The new system will encourage the public to conduct research online; thus streamlining the approval process.
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: B - The sentence “Every employee should have access to the park; furthermore, access to the park should be free” provides an example of the correct usage of a semicolon.

The correct punctuation for the other sentences is as follows:

A. The surveys performed included the following: topographic, bathymetric, and structural.
C. The new system will encourage the public to conduct research online, thus streamlining the approval process.

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