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Medium 1 Mark

English Conditional Sentences

Choose the correct sentence.

A If I were you, I would accept the job offer.

B If I was you, I would accept the job offer.

C If I were you, I will accept the job offer.

D If I am you, I would accept the job offer.

In formal English, "were" is used for all subjects (including "I") in second conditional hypotheticals, not "was."

Reference: Skoolyst English Grammar Guide , Page 3

"If I were you" is the standard formal phrase — never "If I was you" in exam English.