Step 1: Understanding the Question:
This question tests knowledge of nursery area requirements in forestry.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
In general, the area of the nursery is 0.25% to 2.00% of the plantation area.
This range is sufficient to produce seedlings for planting.
0.25 to 0.50 (A): Too low.
0.50 to 2.50 (B): Includes 2.5, which is too high.
0.25 to 2.50 (D): Includes 2.5, too high.
Thus, the correct range is 0.25 to 2.00.
Step 3: Final Answer:
Thus, the nursery area is 0.25 to 2.00% of the plantation area, which corresponds to option (C).
[0.5cm]