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What is a dangling modifier and how is it corrected in SAT conventions?

Study flashcard from the deck Digital SAT: Comprehensive Practice (Math & Reading-Writing).

Answer

A descriptive introductory phrase whose logical subject does not immediately follow the comma.

Explanation

Example: 'Walking into the lab, the experiment was observed.' (Incorrect). 'Walking into the lab, the scientist observed the experiment.' (Correct).

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