Syntax notation

Which of the following statements are true of our syntax definition notation?
  1. optional elements are enclosed in [ ]
  2. place-holders for a type of item are enclosed in [ ]
  3. items which must appear as typed are enclosed in dots
  4. all syntax definitions have dots in the middle
  5. all syntax definitions have an equal sign in the middle
Explain your answers.

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