The balance in the Wages Payable account increased from $12,200 at the beginning of the month to $15,000 at the end of the month. Wages accrued during the month totaled $61,000.

Which of the following is correct?

A Wages paid during the month totaled $58,200. B Wages paid during the month totaled $64,800. C Wages expense for the month totaled $58,200. D Wages expense for the month totaled $76,000.