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Bn77 Posted 14 years ago
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Which is correct answer?

A new secretary ____hired to replace Sophia once the Human Resources manager has given his approval.
(A) will be
(B) would be

Answer: (A)

I don't understand why (b) is ruled out.
  

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" It is a certainty after the approval. Maybe: A new secretary would be hired if we can fit the salary into our budget and if the Human Resources manager gives his approval.

  • " It is a certainty after the approval.
  • Maybe: A new secretary would be hired if we can fit the salary into our budget and if the Human Resources manager gives his approval.
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There is no "maybe." It is a certainty after the approval.

Maybe:
A new secretary would be hired if we can fit the salary into our budget and if the Human Resources manager gives his approval.

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