After an extended illness, a patient is advised to gain 10 pounds in order to reach a healthy weight. During the next month, the patient gains 2 1/2 pounds the first week, 3 3/4 pounds the second week, 1 pounds the third week, and 4 3/4 pounds the fourth week. How many more pounds does the patient need to gain in order to reach the goal of a 12-pound increase?

A) 2 pounds
B) 3 pounds
C) 1 pounds
D) 0 pounds
E) 4 pounds


D) 0 pounds

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