For an Employer, There Are Advantages to Classifying a Worker

question 80

Multiple Choice

For an employer, there are advantages to classifying a worker as an independent contractor. Which of the following is a primary advantage?

• A)The penalties for misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor are mild.
• B)It saves the costs associated with employment insurance, workers' compensation, and the Canada Pension Plan.
• C)Independent contractors typically have better work ethics and higher qualifications than do regular employees.
• D)Independent contractors are typically more productive than regular employees are.

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