In the question below a sentence have been given in Direct/Indirect speech. From the given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the given sentence in Indirect/Direct speech. The employer said to the workman, "I cannot pay you higher wages."

• A. The employer told the workman that he could not pay him higher wages.
• B. The employer warned the workman that he cannot pay him higher wages.
• C. The employer told the workman that he could not be paid higher wages.
• D. The employer forbade the workman to pay higher wages.

Answer: (A)