The claim for higher wages was successful in Hartley v Ponsonby (1871)119 ER 1471 because:
A)there was a commercial benefit to the defendant.
B)performance went beyond what was originally promised.
C)the promisor derived an additional benefit.
D)completion as originally promised saved the defendant additional cost.

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In Hartley v Ponsonby, it was found that the claimants were entitled to higher wages because their performance went beyond what was originally promised, thereby creating an implied promise of additional compensation. The other options do not apply to this case.

The Claim for Higher Wages Was Successful in Hartley V