Mark the following sentences as either (m) for misplaced modifier or (d) for dangling modifier.

1. _____ After moving the furniture, the carpets were filthy.
2. _____ Hiking up the trail, the path became more difficult.
3. _____ To win this contest, a strict schedule must be followed.
4. _____ The wineglasses are on the table made from expensive crystal.
5. _____ The student asked the teacher for help, who was having problems with the question.


1. d;
2. d;
3. d;
4. m;
5. m

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