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JAMB Use of English 1997 Question 92

Question 92

Tenses

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: By January 1999, I ________ ten years in the service of this institution.

  1. A.should have been
  2. B.would be
  3. C.can be
  4. D.must be
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (should have been)

Explanation

'By' + a future date needs a perfect form: 'I should (shall) have been ten years in service'.