Which country has won the maximum number of gold medals in Olympic since the inception of the Olympic Games_________________________?

A. Australia
B. Japan
C. USA (2016 summer 1022)
D. France (2014 winter 96)

The correct answer to the question: "Which country has won the maximum number of gold medals in Olympic since the inception of the Olympic Games_________________________?" is "USA (2016 summer 1022)".