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Which option demonstrates a correct usage of a split infinitive?

  1. You should try to, if you can, attend the briefing

  2. You should try to attend the briefing, if you can

  3. You should attend, if you can, the briefing

  4. If you can, you should try to attend the briefing

The correct answer is: You should try to attend the briefing, if you can

In the context of grammar, a split infinitive occurs when an adverb or other word is inserted between "to" and the verb that follows it. In this case, the phrase "try to attend" demonstrates proper usage without interruption, keeping the infinitive intact. This structure allows for clarity and maintains the intended meaning of the sentence. The adverb "if you can" is placed after the main action, which keeps the focus on the action of attending the briefing itself. This straightforward construction effectively communicates the message without creating awkwardness or confusion often seen when the infinitive is split incorrectly. The other options either disrupt the flow of the infinitive or complicate the sentence structure, making them less effective for conveying the intended message clearly.

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