Select the appropriate subordinating conjunction to show the condition: "You will not secure good marks in the examination _______ you study consistently."

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A if
B unless
C through
D since

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Answer: B. unless

Answer: (B) unless
Explanation: "Unless" means "except if" or "if... not". The sentence implies: If you do not study consistently, you will not secure good marks. Using "if" would incorrectly change the logical meaning to a positive condition.

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Select the appropriate subordinating conjunction to show the condition: "You will not secure good marks in the examination _______ you study consistently."

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