Answer:
A
Step-by-step explanation:
Given that Ben worked 6 hours at x dollars per hour. That is,
Ben earns = 6x
Julie worked 9 hours and earned twice as much as Ben per hour. That is,
Julie earns = 9 × 2x = 18x
Phil worked 16 hours and earned 3 dollars an hour less than Julie
That is,
Phil earns = 16 × ( 2x - 3 )
= 32x - 48
Total wages = 6x + 18x + 32x - 48
Total wages = 56x - 48
Option A is therefore the best option which is the answer to the question.
