The Doctrine Stating That Physicians Are Legally Responsible for Both

question 7

Multiple Choice

The doctrine stating that physicians are legally responsible for both their own conduct and that of their employees is known as

• A) respondeat superior.
• B) let the master answer.
• C) vicarious liability.
• D) all of the above.

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Definitions:

Subsidiary

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Acquisition Method

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Goodwill

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Fair Value

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