UsAgainstThem, a nonprofit environmental group, is contesting the EPA's interpretation of a rule that has allowed a refinery to offset an increase in emissions relating to one part of the refinery by reducing emissions in another part of the refinery. In challenging the EPA's interpretation, a court will likely

a. refer to the agency's interpretation.
b. refer the matter to an agency sub-committee.
c. seek advice from Congress.
d. dismiss the suit for lack of standing.

Answer: a. refer to the agency's interpretation.