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SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 158

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q158

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In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below
are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.

If I would have known the truth I would have admitted it.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. had known.

  1. In the case of a hypothetical sentence, the correct structure is-
  2. If + subject + had + v3 + object , subject + would + have + v3 + object + other words.
  3. As the chosen option completes this structure it will be correct.
  4. Hence, the chose option will be correct.

The correct sentence will be-

If I had known the truth I would have admitted it.