Question

Identify the type of subordinate clause in the following sentence:

If you run out of quarters, just use the nickels in the coffee can.

Noun
Adjective
Adverb

Answer 1

i believe the answer is adverb. i just had this on a test

Answer 2

The subordinate clause in this sentence is, "If you run out of quarters". This subordinate clause is an adverb clause. An adverb clause consists of a group of words, having its own subject and verb, which functions as an adverb. It modifies an adjective, a verb and also an adverb. Adverb clause is usually introduced by subordinating conjunctions such as if, such as, because and although.