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What is the difference between restrictive and non-restrictive relative clauses ('that' vs. 'which')?

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Answer

'That' introduces essential restrictive clauses without commas; 'which' introduces nonessential descriptive clauses preceded by a comma.

Explanation

Example: 'The books that are on the desk belong to Ana' (specific books). 'The books, which are on the desk, belong to Ana' (all books).

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