In an experiment to estimate the volume of air in a soil sample using a measuring cylinder, it was found that:
initial volume of water = p cm³
volume of soil before mixing with water = q cm³
Final volume of water after adding soil = r cm³
From the data above, which of the following deductions is correct?

A.

r = p + q

B.

r > p + q

C.

q = r - p

D.

r < p + q

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.