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Flying over the rugged terrain, the explorers spotted an ancient ruin through their binoculars.

A The explorers, flying over the rugged terrain, spotted an ancient ruin through their binoculars.
B As the explorers flew over the rugged terrain, they spotted an ancient ruin through their binoculars.
C An ancient ruin was spotted by the explorers flying over the rugged terrain through their binoculars.
D Through their binoculars, flying over the rugged terrain, the explorers spotted an ancient ruin.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The introductory phrase 'Flying over the rugged terrain' correctly modifies 'the explorers'. Option B clarifies this relationship by turning it into a subordinate clause, which is grammatically precise and clear.

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