Choose the correct verb form: 'Although he is merely an intern, he commands the department as though he _____ the managing director.'
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. were
- Step 1: Unreal comparison rule: Clauses introduced by 'as though' or 'as if' describing counterfactual or hypothetical situations require the past subjunctive 'were' for all persons. Answer: were. Why not the others: 'was' is informal indicative; 'is' treats the false claim as real; 'has been' is present perfect.
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