Proofreading and Revising Exercise Instructions. For each item below, determine whether the sentence contains errors. If a sentence contains no errors, then do nothing to it. If a sentence contains an error, function to correct the error. Commas and Semicolons 1. Roost.com reports that only 15% of "likes" on business Facebook pages come from local residents; the report concluded that firms need to act locally. 2. Nearly 90% of small-business owners believe the economy is recovering too slowly but they remain optimistic that the economy will rebound in the first quarter of 2012. 3. For construction companies this summer's record heat represents a health risk for employees. 4. In an effort to increase its profile in the retail warehouse industry, Sam's Club is going to begin offering small-business loans to its members. 5. The housing market continues to slump, however high-end home sales are on the rise. 6. Writing a business plan requires a great deal of research, you should plan your time accordingly. 7. Mr. Jackson, your order was shipped from our warehouse in Scranton, PA, on August 5. 8. Our honest courteous customer service representatives are happy to assist you. 9. In light of recent tax increases it would be wise to reconsider a major purchase at this time. 10. Our CPA is away on vacation, can we wait until next week to get an answer? Capitalization 1. The vice president was unhappy with the report. 2. Dr. Snyder advised a student to take history, french, and sociology during the fall semester. 3. Vice President Case will speak at a conference in the spring about the birth of Clarity Marketing Communications, Inc