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Is so she can take a subject or predicate?

The phrase "so she can" is a dependent clause and cannot stand alone as a complete sentence. It acts as an adverbial clause modifying a verb.

Here's why:

* Subject: "She" is the subject of the clause.

* Verb: "Can" is the verb, but it needs more information to be a complete sentence.

* Meaning: The clause tells us *why* someone is doing something.

Example:

* So she can take a subject. (Incomplete sentence)

* She went to the library so she can take a subject. (Complete sentence)

In this complete sentence:

* "She" is the subject of the main clause.

* "Went" is the verb of the main clause.

* "So she can take a subject" is the adverbial clause explaining the reason for going to the library.

Therefore, the phrase "so she can" cannot take a subject or predicate on its own. It functions as a dependent clause, modifying a verb in a larger sentence.

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