Because of an alarming drop in the earnings of Microminds Ltd.,Roger,the principal contract negotiator and president of the software development company,called a meeting to discuss productivity and customer satisfaction.At the meeting were Michael,troubleshooter,who helped customers over the phone who needed guidance in using the company's software; Ralph,receptionist and purchaser of the office supplies for the company; Keith and Jason,salespeople hired on a commission basis-i.e.,not as employees but as independent contractors; Mr.Toman,purchasing agent for the Vancouver School Board,an important customer; and Mr.Rice,purchasing agent for Matol Toys Ltd.,also a customer.Which of these is an agent?

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The Answer of Because of an alarming drop in the earnings of Microminds Ltd.,Roger,the principal contract negotiator and president of the software development company,called a meeting to discuss productivity and customer satisfaction.At the meeting were Michael,troubleshooter,who helped customers over the phone who needed guidance in using the company's software; Ralph,receptionist and purchaser of the office supplies for the company; Keith and Jason,salespeople hired on a commission basis-i.e.,not as employees but as independent contractors; Mr.Toman,purchasing agent for the Vancouver School Board,an important customer; and Mr.Rice,purchasing agent for Matol Toys Ltd.,also a customer.Which of these is an agent?

Because of an Alarming Drop in the Earnings of Microminds