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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Which sentence contains a misplaced or dangling modifier? A. Finished with our lunch, the thought of dessert did not enter our minds. B. Maintaining a steady speed, the fan now worked perfectly. C. Long, slender trees ranging from 20 to 30 feet stretched to the skies. D. To exit the program, simply press the escape key.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

what do you think?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i would say either A or D

OpenStudy (anonymous):

OKay

OpenStudy (anonymous):

is one of those right?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I think its d not 100% sure

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Think of modifiers as arrows shot from a bow and the words they describe as bull's-eyes. For clear, logical sentences, writers aim modifiers so that they strike as close to the intended targets as possible.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@Meow-the-Kitty is D correct?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

hold on let me check.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i have one more after this too

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I'm sorry, I don't know. I thought it was c

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok thanks anyway

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