At the beginning of May, 259 butterflies are found in a certain locality.During the month, 45 butterflies emigrate, 10 die, and 67 immigrate into the area.No butterflies hatch.What is the population size at the end of the month?
A) 192
B) 249
C) 271
D) 281
E) 346

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At the beginning of the month, there are 259 butterflies.
During the month:
- 45 emigrated, leaving 259 - 45 = 214 butterflies
- 10 died, leaving 214 - 10 = 204 butterflies
- 67 immigrated, giving a total of 204 + 67 = 271 butterflies.

Therefore, the population at the end of the month is 271.

At the Beginning of May, 259 Butterflies Are Found in a Certain