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

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