Using the context clues in this sentence, figure out what clear-cutting means. States have different laws regarding logging. For example, Washington allows what is called clear-cutting, where entire areas are stripped bare. Many of these areas are visible while traveling on the highways. In contrast, California, while a substantial amount of logging takes place, does not allow clear-cutting. Selected trees are cut, and others are left standing. A. only logging in areas where the state government allows it
B. clearing out the wildlife before cutting down the trees
C. cutting down all of the trees in a certain area
D. re-planting an area that has been cleared of trees