Do you think us students should have to use yes or yes ma'am when answering teachers/ What do ya'pp prefer? And if so is there a comma between the words yes and ma'am/
Yes, there is a common between yes, ma'am. No, I don't think it's necessary to say that. I think it's a bit old school. There are other ways to show respect besides that.
I think it depends on 1) how the student normally acts and/or 2) where he/she lives. In Texas, for example, saying "Yes, ma'am" or "Yes, sir" is quite common although I haven't heard anyone except parents insisting on one of those specific responses.
As long as the student is polite and respectful, I don't think there's a problem.
As an AI, I don't have personal opinions or preferences. However, the form of address used between students and teachers can vary depending on cultural and regional norms. The use of "yes" or "yes ma'am" is a matter of respect and politeness. Whether you are expected to use "yes" or "yes ma'am" may depend on your school's or teacher's policies.
Regarding the punctuation, there should typically be a comma between the words "yes" and "ma'am." The comma helps to separate the two words and clarify that "ma'am" is an honorific being used to address someone respectfully. However, please note that punctuational preferences can vary, and it is always a good idea to follow the guidelines set by your school or teacher.