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Anonymous Posted 11 years ago
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Before I started this job, if I were to ask

Before I started this topic, if I were to ask myself from which period each person comes, I'd be unable to do so.

Hi teachers.

The 'if I were to ask myself' part looks very strange when written down, especially after a comma. Is it correct?
  

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As you are talking about a past hypothetical situation, you need had I asked myself and I'd have been unable .

  • As you are talking about a past hypothetical situation, you need had I asked myself and I'd have been unable .
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As you are talking about a past hypothetical situation, you need had I asked myself and I'd have been unable.

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