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Often the confusion caused by a dangling modifier can be eliminated in more than one way.
When investigating this problem, three major areas should be considered.
One way to correct this sentence is to add a logical subject.
When investigating this problem, consider three major areas.
When investigating this problem, you should consider three major areas.
Another way to correct the sentence is to invert the phrase and the independent clause.
Three major areas should be considered when investigating this problem.
A third way to correct this sentence is to rewrite it entirely.
Three major areas should be investigated.
The next example illustrates the flexibility you have in revising dangling modifiers.
With proper diet and exercise, the statistics on cardiovascular disease can be lowered.
The phrase "With proper diet and exercise" actually modifies the omitted subject—people. Several revisions are possible.
With proper diet and exercise, people can lower their chances of having cardiovascular disease.
People who eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.