Which sentence places modifiers correctly?
A)Reaching an open seat in the sold-out arena, Sari breathed a sigh of relief.
B)Dr.Greta Jones realized the patient's spouse had beaten him during the examination.
C)The students' research papers were found by Professor Dittmer lying under his desk.

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The modifier "reaching an open seat in the sold-out arena" correctly precedes what it is modifying, "Sari breathed a sigh of relief." In the other options, the placement of the modifier creates a confusing or ambiguous sentence.

Which Sentence Places Modifiers Correctly