Why Are All Costs Really "Opportunity Costs

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Essay

Why are all costs really "opportunity costs"?

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Definitions:

Respondeat Superior

A legal doctrine holding an employer or principal legally responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee or agent.

Tort

A civil wrong or infringement of a right leading to legal liability, distinct from breach of contract.

Principal Liability

refers to the legal responsibility of a principal (an individual or entity) for the actions of their agents or representatives conducted within the scope of their agency or employment.

Principal/Employer-Agent/Employee Relationship

Refers to the legal bond between an employer who delegates tasks, and an employee who performs these tasks on the employer's behalf.