Which of the following statements is ambiguous?
A) Organic foods are increasing in popularity.
B) Diabetes is detected by testing blood glucose levels.
C) The stolen painting was found by a tree.
D) Surfing is impossible if there are no waves.
E) Justine earns a high salary at her new job.

Question

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The sentence "The stolen painting was found by a tree" is ambiguous because it is not clear whether the painting was found near a tree or whether the painting was found because it was hidden in a tree. The sentence could be rephrased to eliminate the ambiguity, such as "The stolen painting was found near a tree" or "The stolen painting was found hidden in a tree."

Which of the Following Statements Is Ambiguous