Choose the most suitable option to replace the underlined part of the sentence. If the sentence is already correct, select 'No substitution required'.
If I was you, I would consult a specialist.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct option to replace the underlined part of the sentence is "were you".
Explanation:
Subjunctive Mood: This sentence uses the second conditional to express a hypothetical or contrary-to-fact situation. In formal English, the subjunctive mood requires the use of "were" instead of "was" for all subjects (I, you, he, she, it) when using the verb "to be" in an "if" clause.
Sentence Structure: The standard structure for this type of hypothetical is: If + subject + were..., subject + would + verb.
Correct Sentence: If I were you, I would consult a specialist.