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A helper is called an independent contractor but uses company tools, follows company hours, and reports to a foreman. What is the risk?

Correct Answer

A) Misclassification.

A label alone does not determine worker status; control and legal classification rules can create misclassification risk.

Answer Options
A
Misclassification.
B
Wage notice.
C
Coverage filing.
D
CSLB listed as the certificate holder.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

A label alone does not determine worker status; control and legal classification rules can create misclassification risk.

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Option B: Wage notice.

Wage notice. misses the specific employer duty in worker classification; it does not resolve the pay, reimbursement, status, timing, or record issue.

Option C: Coverage filing.

Coverage filing. misses the specific employer duty in worker classification; it does not resolve the pay, reimbursement, status, timing, or record issue.

Option D: CSLB listed as the certificate holder.

CSLB listed as the certificate holder. misses the specific employer duty in worker classification; it does not resolve the pay, reimbursement, status, timing, or record issue.

Memory Technique

If the job needs label, the employer needs Reviewing Crew proof.

Reference Hint

Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Worker classification from California DIR/DLSE wage statement, payroll record, payday, and Wage. / California Labor Code worker classification and wage obligations; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.

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