Which sentence correctly uses the subjunctive mood in an ‘if I were you’ construction?
AIf I was you, I would apologize.
BIf I be you, I would apologize.
CIf I were you, I would apologize.
DIf I am you, I would apologize.
Explanation
In hypothetical or unreal conditional sentences, especially the common expression ‘If I were you,’ formal English uses the subjunctive mood, where ‘were’ is used for all subjects, including ‘I,’ rather than ‘was.’ This construction expresses something contrary to fact, since the speaker is not actually the listener. This is one of the most commonly tested grammar rules in competitive English exams. Explore more English MCQs on mcqstutor to keep practicing.

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