Select the sentence that contains a confusing - ING modifier.
A) Paying for the dress, her credit card was charged.
B) Paying for the dress, Nicole used her credit card.

Question

Select the sentence that contains a confusing - ING  modifier.
A) Paying for the dress, her credit card was charged.
B) Paying for the dress, Nicole used her credit card.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In sentence A, "Paying for the dress" incorrectly modifies "her credit card," suggesting that the credit card is performing the action of paying, which creates confusion. Sentence B correctly has "Nicole" as the subject performing the action.

Select the Sentence That Contains a Confusing - ING Modifier