The Posh Cushion Company manufactures foam cushions. The number of cushions to be produced in the upcoming thrae months follows: Each cushion requires 2 pounds of the foam used as stuffing. The company has a policy that the ending inventory of foam each month must be equal to 15% of the following month's expected production needs. How many pounds of foam does The Posh Cushion Company need to purchase in August? A. 17,000 B. 18,500 C. 21,500 D. 23,000