单项选择题

Questions 21 to 23 are based on the following news. At the end of the news item, you will be given 15 seconds to answer the questions.
Now, listen to the news.

Where did the mine companies operate according to the news item

A.In 28 states, from West Virginia in the east to Montana in the west.
B.In 27 states, from West Virginia in the west to Montana in the east.
C.In 27 states, from West Virginia in the east to Montana in the west.
D.In 28 states, from West Virginia in the west to Montana in the east.