Consider the reaction CH₄ + 2 O₂ → CO₂ + 2 H2_O. What is the maximum mass (in grams) of H₂O that can be produced if 8.99 g of CH4 reacts with excess O₂?
A) 36.0 g
B) 72.0 g
C) 144.0 g
D) 180.0 g