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<!-- (Audio) James: Have we fixed anything like this before? -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

What does James want to know from Linda?

--answers--

If Linda can fix the problem right now.

--feedback--

Think about whether James is asking about the present or something that has already happened.


If this is the first time they are facing this issue.

--feedback--

Consider whether James is asking about a new issue or something that might have occurred before.


If they should fix the problem themselves.

--feedback--

Reflect on whether James is asking about their ability to fix the issue or about past experiences.


If they have fixed a similar issue in the past.

--video-solution--

4

--explanation--

James is asking Linda if they have ever solved a similar problem in the past. Key points to consider:

  • In Have we fixed James wants to know if the action of fixing something similar has been done before.

  • Anything like this refers to a problem or issue similar to the current one they are facing.

  • Before indicates that James is asking about any time in the past.

--scene--

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