When Determining Whether or Not a Person Is an Employee

Multiple Choice

When determining whether or not a person is an employee or an independent contractor for purposes of agency law, what is the most important factor?

A) An employee is subject to the control of the employer.
B) Generally, all working people are considered to be agents or employees of an employer.
C) Whether the person has a close personal relationship with the employer.
D) An independent contract is under the employer's control.
E) Independent contractors fall under the employer-employee relationship for purposes of agency law.