By next year, the company _______ in operation for fifty years.
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readingWhich choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
A
is
B
was
C
will have been
D
had been
Correct Answer: C
Choice C is the best answer. Future perfect for action complete by future time.
Choice A is incorrect because present doesn't match future. Choice B is incorrect because past doesn't match future. Choice D is incorrect because past perfect is for past actions.