High Plains Distribution Inc. hires Inez to work on its shipping dock, accepting deliveries, dispatching trucks, and dealing with customers and other companies' drivers. With respect to High Plains, Inez is most likely
A) an agent.
B) an independent contractor.
C) a principal.
D) a work for hire.

Question

High Plains Distribution Inc. hires Inez to work on its shipping dock, accepting deliveries, dispatching trucks, and dealing with customers and other companies' drivers. With respect to High Plains, Inez is most likely​
A) ​an agent.
B) ​an independent contractor.
C) ​a principal.
D) ​a work for hire.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Inez is acting on behalf of High Plains and is performing tasks that are essential to the company's core operations. Therefore, Inez is most likely considered an agent of the company.