What is the difference between a dependent clause and an independent clause?

a dependent clause cannot stand alone; an independent clause expresses a thought on its own.
an independent cannot stand alone; a dependent clause does stand alone.
a dependent clause is a comma splice; an independent clause is not.
an independent clause is a comma splice; a dependent clause is not.

A dependent clause cannot stand alone; an independent clause expresses a thought on its own.

Explanation:

Dependent Clause

Depends on independent clauses for their meaning. They often begin with words such as if, when, because, and as.

Independent Clauses

Complete sentence.

correct answers:

c. they use panels.

d. they include images and words.

e. they contain gutters.

i don't know sorry i cannot read a novel in 30 min.

explanation:

but just in case i think the answer is b.