_______, I found the missing documents in the storage room.

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Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

While searching the building

B

While the building was searched

C

The building having been searched

D

Searching concluded

Correct Answer: A

Choice A is the best answer. The subject after a participial phrase must be the one performing that action.

Choice B is incorrect because passive voice makes it unclear who searched. Choice C is incorrect because it's passive and disconnected from "I." Choice D is incorrect because it doesn't connect to "I."

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