What does the modal verb show? Select the best answer choice.

Martin and John can use the red paint for their birdhouse.
A. possibility
B. advice
That's Correct!
It's Wrong!

Can is used to show ability or possibility of an action.

Martin and John can use the red paint for their birdhouse.

In the given sentence, the modal verb “can” is used to express the possibility for the boys to use the red paint.

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