Modal verbs

A company expanding into a new country _____ comply with local labor laws to avoid penalties.

• must

• can't

• might

Businesses considering expansion ________ (should/must not) monitor upcoming elections, as changes in government policies ________ (might/can’t) affect their operations.

• mustn't / might

• mustn't / can't

• should / might

• should / can't

If inflation continues to rise, the company __________ adjust its pricing strategy.

• may have to

• must not

A company _________ reduce its workforce if it wants to cut costs; instead, it _________ explore other cost-saving options first.

• should / must

• should / can

• doesn't have to / must

• doesn't have to / can

Which of the following must companies prioritize to align with changing consumer values?

• Innovating their technology.

• Addressing environmental concerns.

• Complying with trade tariffs.

A company _________ (should/has to) invest in automation to remain competitive, but it _________ (doesn’t have to/must not) completely replace human workers.

• should / doesn't have to

• should / must not

• has to / doesn't have to

• has to / must not

A new software solution _________ (could/must not) improve efficiency, but the company _________ (may/might not) require employee training for its proper use.

• could / might not

• could / may

• must not / might not

• must not / may

What is the difference between the following statements?

1. A company must not disclose its clients’ private information.

2. A company does not have to disclose the identity of its investors.

• Both sentences mean the company cannot do something.

• The first sentence refers to a suggestion, while the second refers to a rule.

• The first sentence refers to prohibition, while the second refers to a lack of obligation.

Your company is planning to expand into a market with strict environmental regulations and a strong focus on renewable energy. Write two sentences using modal verbs:

1. Explain a requirement for the company’s operations in this market.

2. Suggest a possible strategy the company could adopt to align with market expectations.