How is 240 volts obtained for a residential 240 volt air conditioner from a residential service panel?

How is 240 volts obtained for a residential 240 volt air conditioner from a residential service panel?

• A. By using two separate 120V loads on the same phase
• B. By using a 240V transformer from a single breaker
• C. By connecting to the load side of one branch circuit breaker and the load side of a second branch circuit breaker
• D. By connecting to neutral and live

Answer: (C)