Translate: si Domitianus diutius vixisset.

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Understand the Problem

The question is asking for the translation of a Latin phrase, specifically focusing on the correct English phrasing of a conditional statement regarding Domitian's lifespan. The options provided are different forms of expressing the idea of Domitian potentially living longer.

Answer

if Domitian had lived longer

The correct translation is 'if Domitian had lived longer.'

Answer for screen readers

The correct translation is 'if Domitian had lived longer.'

More Information

This phrase is a conditional statement in Latin. 'Si' means 'if,' 'diutius' means 'longer,' and 'vixisset' is the pluperfect subjunctive meaning 'had lived.'

Tips

A common mistake is confusing tenses. The pluperfect subjunctive ('vixisset') is used for hypothetical past events.

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