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      Question

      In each sentence, a part is given in bold. Choose the

      best alternative. If no improvement is required, choose (E). Having analyzed the data thoroughly, several inconsistencies were identified by the research team in the report.
      A the research team identified several inconsistencies in the report Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B several inconsistencies in the report were identified Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C the report identified several inconsistencies by the research team Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D several inconsistencies had been identifying in the report Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E No improvement required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Problem: Dangling modifier “Having analyzed…” should refer to doer (research team) Incorrect: “inconsistencies were identified…” (no clear subject)  Correct: “the research team identified…” Thus, A fixes the modifier error.

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