Acres of LandTanks of FertilizerTruckloads of Potatoes2002820170202105203135204152205141Refer to Table 2.4. The principle of diminishing returns sets in with the addition of the ________ tank of fertilizer.

A. second
B. third
C. fourth
D. fifth


Answer: A

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