I'm not sure; he ______ be at home or at work.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. might
- Step 1: 'Might' expresses possibility when we are unsure.
Answer
might.
Why not the others: "should" is wrong because 'should' expresses expectation or duty, not uncertainty. "would" is wrong because 'would' does not express present uncertainty. "must" is wrong because 'must' expresses strong certainty.
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