Select the correct option:
It is essential that the agreement _____ approved prior to the deadline.

Question

Accepted Answer

1. The phrase **"It is essential that..."** calls for the subjunctive mood.

2. In the subjunctive we use the base form of the verb after **that** (no *will*, *was*, or *has*).

3. Options (a) "will be", (b) "was", and (d) "has been" do not give the base form.

4. So the correct choice is the base form **"be"**.

FINAL_ANSWER: c

Answer

Answer

Answer