Correcting Dangling Modifiers

Choose the revision that best addresses the dangling modifiers in the following sentences. If a sentence is already correct, choose “Correct.”

For help with this exercise, see “Dangling Modifiers.”

  1. Trading in a used car, a buyer will offer a better price if the car is clean.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 1
  2. Hiring a professional detailer, a used car can be given a more polished appearance.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 2
  3. Looking like new, the owner can get the best price for a trade-in or a resale.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 3
  4. With essential repairs completed, a used car should be in good working order to be sold.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 4
  5. Approved as safe and drivable by a reputable mechanic, minor mechanical problems may not have to be fixed.

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 5
  6. Winning points for honesty, prospective buyers should know about a used car’s minor problems.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 6
  7. Deducted from the asking price, the owner can be fair with a buyer.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 7
  8. No matter how expensive, decorative lighting and other details usually do not add to the value of a car.

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 8
  9. With higher than usual mileage, the owner may have to reduce the asking price.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 9
  10. Advertising in a local newspaper, a used car is likely to reach its target market.

    Question

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    Correcting Dangling Modifiers - Question 10