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Task 23

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<!-- (audio) Jessica: By when do you think we can complete the third phase? --> <!-- SPEAKING -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

James isn't completely sure about the end date. What could he say?

--answers--

I have no idea. It might never be ready.

--audio-id--

EN02aaa8c5

--feedback--

This is too negative and unprofessional. Jessica is looking for an estimated timeline.


If all goes well, we should complete the third phase by the end of April.

--audio-id--

EN8c7057c5

--video-solution--

2

--explanation--

Jessica uses By when... to ask for a deadline. James replies with a realistic and polite answer that shows he's not completely sure, but has a good estimate.

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