Conditionals - Reasoning Flashcards
when and why to use them
1
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Zero Conditional
A
General truths (e.g. rules, scientific facts, habits) If water reaches 100 degrees, it boils.
2
Q
First Conditional
A
Likely situations in the present or future (e.g. warnings, predictions, likely future scenarios
3
Q
Second Conditional
A
Unlikely (hypothetical) situations in the present or future (e.g. dreams, wishes, hopes, unlikely present or future scenarios)
4
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Third Conditional
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Unreal (hypothetical) past situations (e.g. regrets, relief, hypothetical past scenarios)