Correct option is C
The free float is defined as the amount of time by which the completion of an activity can be delayed without affecting the start of any succeeding activities. It is a type of float specific to an individual activity and does not influence the float of succeeding activities.
Key Definitions:
Interfering Float: The portion of total float that affects succeeding activities.
Independent Float: The amount of time an activity can be delayed without affecting either its preceding or succeeding activities.
Free Float: The amount of time an activity can be delayed without delaying the start of any succeeding activities.
Total Float: The total amount of time an activity can be delayed without delaying the overall project duration.