Conditional sentences II

Conditional sentences – type II

1. Use

It is theoretically possible to fulfil a condition which is given in the if-clause.

2. Form

if clause	main clause
Simple Past	would + infinitive
	could + infinitive
	might + infinitive

3. Examples

if clause	main clause
If I studied,	I would pass the exams.
If I studied,	I could pass the exams.
If I studied,	I might pass the exams.

The if-clause can be at the beginning or at the end of a sentence.

if clause	main clause
If I studied,	I would pass the exams.

main clause	if clause
I would pass the exams	if I studied.