<p>When you use the present perfect, does the whole sentence need to be in the present tense:</p>
<p>Is this right or wrong?</p>
<p>The CEO has been considering a transfer to the state of Texas where profits would be larger.</p>
<p>Correct: The CEO has been considering a transfer to the sat of Texas where profits WILL be larger.</p>
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<p>Since a number of unexpected issues HAD arisen during the meeting, we were forced to remain an extra hour. </p>
<p>Should that be HAVE ARISEN and does the sentence need to be in the present tense. </p>
<p>Aaaahh I'm going to shoot myself if I dont get this. :(</p>