College Accounting, Chapters 1-27 (New in Accounting from Heintz and Parry)
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ISBN: 9781305666160
Author: James A. Heintz, Robert W. Parry
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 8, Problem 1TF
To determine
Identify whether the given statement is true or false.
Expert Solution & Answer
Answer to Problem 1TF
False statement
Explanation of Solution
An independent contractor is a person who performs service for the company for a fee and does not work under the control and direction of the company that pay for the service.
Therefore, the given statement “An independent contractor is one who works under the control and direction of an employer” is false.
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Chapter 8 Solutions
College Accounting, Chapters 1-27 (New in Accounting from Heintz and Parry)
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