Choose the appropriate modal that expresses ability:
Peter is a keen musician. He plays the flute and he _____ also play the piano.

could

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must

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will

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can

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Solution

The correct option is D can
'Can' is used for ability / permission.
'Must' is used for obligation / compulsion.
'Will' is used for surety / certainty.
'Could' is used for ability in the past / possibility.
Here, Peter's present ability to play the piano is mentioned. Therefore, the correct option is D: can.

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