Conditional sentences (often called "if-clauses") are the building blocks of hypothetical thinking in English. They allow us to talk about possibilities, requirements, and regrets. However, mastering the shift between tenses—from the "real" present to the "unreal" past—can be a challenge.
In formal English, "if" can be omitted by inverting the subject and auxiliary verb. conditional sentences exercises multiple choice exclusive
Explanation: This is a standard First Conditional . Present Simple in the if-clause ("is nice") leads to "will" + verb in the main clause. and regrets. However
"If they had told us earlier, we would be prepared now." we would be prepared now."