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Section 18.9 Chapter Summary
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Clear writing requires
clear pronoun reference with identifiable antecedents.
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Modifier placement affects meaning; misplaced and dangling modifiers create confusion.
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Structural ambiguity arises from multiple possible interpretations; revise for clarity.
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Sentence complexity should match content and audience.
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Parallel structure in coordinated elements aids comprehension.
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Precise word choice communicates meaning effectively.
