What legal doctrine holds superiors responsible for the actions of their workers?

a. Res ipsa loquitur
b. Respondent superior
c. Caveat emptor
d. Promissory estoppel


ANS: B
The legal framework for this liability is found in the principle respondeat superior ("let the master answer").

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