Punctuation in Complex Sentences

Very Hard Usage And Mechanics Punctuation

Read the following sentence carefully:

In order to succeed in this competitive industry the candidates must not only possess relevant skills they must also demonstrate a strong work ethic.

Which of the following options correctly punctuates the sentence?

In order to succeed in this competitive industry, the candidates must not only possess relevant skills; they must also demonstrate a strong work ethic.

In order to succeed in this competitive industry; the candidates must not only possess relevant skills, they must also demonstrate a strong work ethic.

In order to succeed in this competitive industry the candidates must not only possess relevant skills, but they must also demonstrate a strong work ethic.

In order to succeed in this competitive industry the candidates must not only possess relevant skills, but also demonstrate a strong work ethic.

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