How can you express: "He ................................. drop by and see us. He has a very tight schedule"?

The correct response conveys a clear understanding of the original statement, which implies that due to a very tight schedule, it is uncertain or unlikely that he will have the opportunity to visit. The phrase “probably won’t have time to” closely aligns with the notion of an individual having time constraints that limit their availability to drop by. It suggests that, given the tight schedule, it is more likely than not that he will not be able to visit.

Other options may imply a possibility or likelihood that does not accurately reflect the original meaning regarding the tight schedule. For example, terms like “might still be able to” or “likely will try to” indicate some degree of hope or possibility, which contradicts the statement about a very tight schedule suggesting limited availability. The choice about asking to drop by similarly introduces uncertainty in a way that isn’t consistent with the original implication of inability due to scheduling conflicts. Thus, the selected response effectively encapsulates the essence of the scenario presented.