Hi. I think it is normal for sentences (not questions) with the modal verb "would" with an ellipted (?) (implied?) if-clause.<br/><br/>eg,<br/><br/><i>Yes, I think it <u>would be</u> good for him to do that.</i><br/><br/>Is it common for questions to have similar structure? Do the following have ellipted (?) (implied?) if-clauses?<br/><br/>(in dialogue)<br/><br/>A: Do you think he <u>would buy</u> it for the holiday?<br/><br/>B: Yes, I think he would.<br/><br/>A: Why do you think he <u>would do</u> that?<br/><br/>B: I am not sure, but ...