Question

ah this is confusing >.<
In order to set apart a nonessential element in the middle of a sentence, the comma(s) must____
A.not be used to set apart a nonessential element
B.be placed before the nonessential element
C.be placed after the nonessential element
D.be placed both before and after the nonessential element

Answer 1

im not quite clear on what a nonessential element is, but I know that commas can be used in these ways.(these are some examples)
*I tried to go over to molly's house today, but she was not home.
*Dear gabby, I hope you are doing well.
I hope that helps a little bit.:)