John is hired at minimum wage in a fast-food restaurant.John works at the counter taking customer orders,accepting payment,and giving the orders to the customers.John must work in accordance with a detailed procedures manual.John is:

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John is an employee because he is hired to work for the fast-food restaurant and is paid minimum wage. He is not an independent contractor because he is not operating his own business and is following a detailed procedures manual. He is also an agent because he is representing the restaurant by taking customer orders, accepting payment, and giving orders to customers on behalf of the restaurant. Therefore, the best choice is D - an employee, as well as an agent.

John Is Hired at Minimum Wage in a Fast-Food Restaurant