For each blank in the following sentences, select the present tense helping verb can or the past tense could . To determine whether a sentence is in the present or past tense, look at other verbs in the sentence or look for a time word. My girlfriend ______________ practice medicine once she passes her boards.
A) can
B) could

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sentence is in the future tense, indicating a future possibility once a condition (passing her boards) is met, so "can" is the appropriate choice.

For Each Blank in the Following Sentences, Select the Present