Multiple choice

The man asked the tailor if he could _______ the length of his trousers for him.

  1. alter

  2. alteration

  3. adaptable

  4. evolve

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The modal verb 'could' must be followed by a base verb. 'Alter' is the correct verb form meaning to make changes to clothing. 'Alteration' is a noun, 'adaptable' is an adjective, and 'evolve' does not fit the context of tailoring.