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Which explains the most likely denotation and connotation of crafty in this sentence? Base your answer on context.
A. Denotation: clever
Connotation: practical; clever in a useful way
B. Denotation: clever
Connotation: cunning; clever in a deceptive way
C. Denotation: powerful
Connotation: ruinous; powerful in a destructive manner
D. Denotation: powerful
Connotation: tyrannical; powerful in an oppressive manner

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
B.

Denotation: "crafty" = clever; Connotation: cunning/deceptive. "Crafty" usually implies slyness or skill used to trick or deceive, not merely practical or neutral cleverness.