Unless we _ now, we cannot be on time
Correct answer: A. Start
- A. Start
- B. Will start
- C. Do not start
- D. Are starting
Explanation
The correct answer is "start." The sentence is a conditional statement, and "start" is the present verb that fits in the context. It means that unless we start (right now), we cannot be on time.
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