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President Lincoln decided to fire General McClellan for his hesitation in battle. Had McClellan displayed more aggression, he could have been as well-known as General Grant. As it was, McClellan did not show leadership qualities, and his inability to lead effectively cost him his job.
What is the verb phrase that acts a linking verb?

As it was
decided to fire
could have been
did not show