The amount C, in pounds, of food consumed in a day by a certain grazing animal depends on the amount V, in pounds per acre, of vegetation available.  The relationship is given by the rational function

What is the most the animal will consume in a day no matter how much vegetation is available? Round your answer to two decimal places, if necessary.
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A. 4 pounds
B. 55 pounds
C. 0.07 pounds
D. 13.75 pounds


Answer: A

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