Could wrote OR Could have written

[chameleon82]

Hello ,

Can anyone tell me which one of the following is grammatically correct :

1. They could wrote wrong answers but they chose to write slang & abuses.

2. They could have written wrong answers but they chose to write slang & abuses.

 

[emsr2d2]

Which do you think is correct? Where did you find the question?

 

[chameleon82]

I found it over the internet. I think both can be used but I am not sure that'swhy asking.

 

[emsr2d2]

I found it [STRIKE]over[/STRIKE] on the internet. I think both can be used but I am not sure. That's why I'm asking.

The simple past isn't used after a modal.

 

[chameleon82]

Thanks alot.

 

[emsr2d2]

Thanks [STRIKE]alot[/STRIKE] a lot.

See above. "A lot" is two words. Also, there is no need to write a new post to say "Thank you". Simply click on the "Thank" button in the bottom left-hand corner of any post you find helpful. It saves time for everyone.