A 1992 poll conducted by the University of Montana classified respondents by gender and political party, as shown in the table below. We wonder if there is an association between gender and party affiliation.

( Democrat / Republican / Independent )
Male= ( 36 / 45 / 24 )
Female= ( 48 / [[33]] / 16 )

What is the correct expected value for the highlighted cell?

A. 19.2


B. 37.5


C. 40.5


D. 40.3