When determining whether a worker is an independent contract or an employee, one of the most important considerations is ________, which is when the employer has the right to substantially control the worker's day-to-day operations.

A) Specific performance
B) Special performance
C) Oversight
D) Employer control
E) Delegation

Employer Control

The degree of authority and oversight an employer has over its employees, including aspects of job performance, work environment, and terms of employment.

Independent Contract

A contractual arrangement where an individual or entity agrees to provide services or goods to another party without being employed by them, often for a specific project.

Day-to-Day Operations

The routine activities necessary for a business or organization to function efficiently, including administrative and managerial tasks.