The total earnings of a worker are represented by E = 100 + $10(24 ? L), where E is earnings and L is the number of hours of leisure. How many hours of leisure are consumed if this worker's total earnings are $160?

A. 18 hours
B. 10 hours
C. 16 hours
D. 12 hours


Answer: A

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