Respondeat superior :A) imposes vicarious liability on the principal.B) makes a principal liable for the acts of independent contractors.C) makes a principal liable for the unauthorized acts of employees committed within the scope of employment.D) I mposes vicarious liability on the principal and also makes a principal liable for the unauthorized acts of employees committed within the scope of employment.

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Respondeat superior :A)  imposes vicarious liability on the principal.B)  makes a principal liable for the acts of independent contractors.C)  makes a principal liable for the unauthorized acts of employees committed within the scope of employment.D)  I mposes vicarious liability on the principal and also  makes a principal liable for the unauthorized acts of employees committed within the scope of employment.

Aaron Lucero · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Respondeat superior is a legal doctrine that holds an employer or principal legally responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee or agent, if such acts occur within the scope of the employment or agency. This includes unauthorized acts committed by the employee within their scope of employment. It does not typically apply to the acts of independent contractors.

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