Three valves, when opened individually, can drain the water from a certain tank in 3,4 and 5 minutes respectively . What is the greatest part of the tank that can be drained in one minute by opening just two of valves?

A 7/12
B 4
C 5
D 7

Correct Answer: 7/12

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