Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: If she will be promoted
Explanation:
Given parts (A–D)
A. If she will be promotedB. she will getC. a higher salary.D. No error.
Concept/Approach (if-clause tense)
In real conditional sentences, the 'if' clause normally uses present simple (not 'will'). Passive is fine, but without 'will': 'If she is promoted, she will get…'
Step-by-step correction
1) Remove 'will' in the 'if' clause: 'If she is promoted…'2) Full: 'If she is promoted, she will get a higher salary.'
Common pitfalls
Using 'will' in the conditional clause instead of in the main clause.
Final Answer
A — use 'If she is promoted…'
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