Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for a Business

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a reason for a business to prefer to hire an independent contractor rather than an employee?

• A)The independent contractor does not participate in company fringe benefits.
• B)The company does not have to pay FICA taxes on the amounts paid to the independent contractor.
• C)The company does not have to supply a workplace or tools to the independent contractor.
• D)The company only has to pay FUTA on the independent contractor's wages.

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