Sentence Correction

The sale of government surplus machinery will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until the supply lasts.

A will begin at 9 a.m. and continue until the supply lasts
B begins at 9 a.m., continuing until the supply lasts
C will begin at 9 a.m. and, until the supply lasts, will continue
D begins at 9 a.m. and, as long as the supply may last, it continues
E will begin at 9 a.m. and continue as long as the supply lasts

Source: Litesee.com - Test 3 - Question 1.
Ans: E

What is the difference between "Until" and "as long as"?
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"until" refers to time, example:

I will wait for you until you get home

"as long as" refers to an action that will take place under a certain condition

I will buy the house "as long as" I have money

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Some expert please explain this one.

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mankey wrote:Some expert please explain this one.

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