A person who contracts with another to do something for him but who is not controlled by the other nor subject to the other's right to control with respect to his physical conduct in the performance of the undertaking is an ________.

A) employee
B) independent contractor
C) employee contractor
D) agent by estoppel
E) agent by ratification

Independent Contractor

An individual or entity contracted to perform work for another entity as a non-employee, often with control over how the work is completed.

Physical Conduct

Actions of a person that involve bodily movement or control, which can be considered in legal contexts such as assault.

Undertaking

A commitment or assurance given by one party to another, often formalized in a legal context.