Read this inference: "Holmes does not think it was an accident the dog was covered in phosphorus." What textual evidence best supports this inference? A. the creature gave a hideous howl B. its muzzle and hackles and dewlap were outlined in flickering flame C."A cunning preparation of it," said Holmes. D. its cruel eyes were ringed with fire

C."A cunning preparation of it," said Holmes.

Explanation:

From the book, The Hound of the Baskervilles, Holmes attempts to solve the mystery of a large beast that runs rampage and kills people at will.

He discovers that it was not an accident that the dog was covered in phosphorous because it was cleverly prepared.

what was the

i think the answer is d)solicitude sorry if the answer is wrong.