Under the theory of _____ the principal basically is liable because of its own tort.
A) direct liability
B) respondeat superior
C) joint liability
D) vicarious liability

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The two predominant theories courts have used to impose liability on principals for the injuries caused by their agents are respondeat superior and direct liability. Under direct liability the principal basically is liable because of its own tort. This may be because the principal personally directed conduct that caused the injury.

Under the Theory of _____ the Principal Basically Is Liable