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Which sentence contains an ambiguous pronoun reference?

A The scientist told her assistant that she had made a breakthrough.
B When the cat chased the mouse, it ran under the couch.
C After John picked up the book, he started reading it immediately.
D Sarah gave the trophy to Emily because she won the competition.

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

In option A, 'she' could refer to either the scientist or the assistant, creating ambiguity. The reader cannot be certain who made the breakthrough.

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