Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the subjunctive mood?

A If I was rich, I would travel.

B If I were rich, I would travel.

C If I am rich, I would travel.

D If I be rich, I would travel.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

The subjunctive mood uses "were" (not "was") for hypothetical or contrary-to-fact conditions: "If I were rich..."

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the subjunctive mood?" is Option B: If I were rich, I would travel..

The other options — A) If I was rich, I would travel., C) If I am rich, I would travel., D) If I be rich, I would travel. — are incorrect for this SAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: The subjunctive mood uses "were" (not "was") for hypothetical or contrary-to-fact conditions: "If I were rich..."

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Which sentence demonstrates correct use of the subjunctive mood?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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