He ___ not have been the thief; he was at home all night. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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He ___ not have been the thief; he was at home all night.

A. must

B. could

C. should

D. might

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

'Could not have' past impossibility.

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