A(n) ________ Is a Relationship Formed When an Employer Hires

question 81

Multiple Choice

A(n) ________ is a relationship formed when an employer hires an employee and gives that employee authority to act and enter into contracts on his or her behalf.

• A) agent-independent contractor relationship
• B) principal-agent relationship
• C) agent-agent relationship
• D) employer-employee relationship

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Definitions:

Sandwich Generation

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Human Relations

The study and management of how people interact in professional settings to increase productivity, satisfaction, and organizational effectiveness.

Talents and Abilities

Inherent skills and capacities that individuals possess, which can be developed and applied to various tasks or activities.

Productivity

The measurement of the efficiency of a person, machine, factory, system, etc., in converting inputs into useful outputs.