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Is there a comma after ie?

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Every style manual I have referenced indicates that the proper use is to include the comma so that it looks like this:

i.e.,

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There is no standard rule requiring a comma after "i.e." However, some style guides recommend using a comma after it to improve clarity and readability.

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