Stan hired Mason to work as a janitor in Stan's apartment building.Mason was negligent.He left the floor in the building lobby wet and slippery without putting up a warning sign.Martha slipped and fell on the wet floor.If Stan is liable for this accident,what is the source of his liability?
A)Direct liability
B)Vicarious liability
C)Strict liability
D)Negligent liability

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Respondeat superior is a rule of imputed or vicarious liability because it bases an employer's liability on her relationship with the employee rather than her own fault.

Stan Hired Mason to Work as a Janitor in Stan's