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Which of the following sentences has a misplaced modifier?

a.
This morning, I walked my dog wearing shorts and sneakers.
b.
Jogging down the hill, I realized that I was never going to be on time.
c.
In the hopes that I would be elected to student council president, I prepared a short acceptance speech.
d.
none of these

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the answer is a. This morning, I walked my dog wearing shorts and sneakers.
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The answer choice A has a misplaced modifier. It makes it sound like the dog is wearing the shorts and sneakers.
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