18. A company reported Salaries and Wages Payable of $750 at the beginning of the year and $2,500 at the end of the year. The income statement for the year reported Salaries and Wages Expense of $56,200. How much cash was paid for salaries and wages during the year?

A) $52,950

B) $56,200

C) $54,450

D) $53,700