For example:
- His method may not solve the problem
vs
- His method may not be able to solve the problem
Do both sentences have the same meaning?
periphrastic-modals
For example:
- His method may not solve the problem
vs
- His method may not be able to solve the problem
Do both sentences have the same meaning?
Best Answer
His method may not solve the problem.
He may not be able to solve the problem.
To avoid grammar problems, it is best to use /be able/ for people.
People are able to do this or that.