Solve the problem.The number of cows that can graze on a ranch is approximated by C(x,y) = 9x + 5y - 4, where x is the number of acres of grass and y the number of acres of alfalfa. If the ranch has 45 acres of alfalfa and 5 acres of grass, how many cows may graze?

A. 430 cows
B. 270 cows
C. 266 cows
D. 426 cows


Answer: C

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