Born in Dayton, Ohio, they developed a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age, eventually leading to their groundbreaking work in aeronautics.

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In context, which of the following is the best way to revise sentence 2 (reproduced below)?

Born in Dayton, Ohio, they developed a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age, eventually leading to their groundbreaking work in aeronautics.

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Born in Dayton, Ohio, they developed a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age, eventually leading to their groundbreaking work in aeronautics.

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They developed a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age in Dayton, Ohio, eventually leading to their groundbreaking work in aeronautics.

C
Born in Dayton, Ohio, and developing a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age, their groundbreaking work in aeronautics eventually followed.

D
Developing a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age in Dayton, Ohio, eventually leading to their groundbreaking work in aeronautics.

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The best way to revise the sentence in question is option B:

B They developed a passion for mechanics and flight at a young age in Dayton, Ohio, eventually leading to their groundbreaking work in aeronautics.

This option maintains clarity and correct grammatical structure while effectively conveying the original meaning. Additionally, it places emphasis on their development of a passion for mechanics and flight in relation to their birthplace.