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Modals of deduction

Modals of deduction

Modal verbs of deduction – must, may, might, could, can't.

  1. What are past modals of deduction?
  2. How do you use modals of deductions?
  3. What are the 4 types of modals?
  4. What are modals example of modals?

What are past modals of deduction?

To make guesses or deductions about past actions or states use a past modal of deduction. This is formed with a modal verb + have + past participle also called the perfect infinitive. Where's my phone? You could have left it in your office.

How do you use modals of deductions?

Modals of deduction (present)

  1. MUST.
  2. We use must when we feel sure about something because there is some kind of evidence.
  3. She must study very hard because she gets really good marks.
  4. You have been working all day. ...
  5. They must be rich because they have an incredible house and four cars.

What are the 4 types of modals?

Types of Modal Verbs:

What are modals example of modals?

Examples of modal verbs

Modal VerbExpressingExample
mustStrong obligationYou must stop when the traffic lights turn red.
logical conclusion / CertaintyHe must be very tired. He's been working all day long.
must notprohibitionYou must not smoke in the hospital.
canabilityI can swim.

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