What is his status?

A retired safety inspector for the company was rehired as a consultant when the company expanded its plant operations. the retired employee was a natural choice. the tasks he undertook as a consultant were the same as the ones he performed before retirement. paid monthly, he has agreed to work under the direction of his old boss until the new plantfacilitates are fully operational?

What is his status?
A . independent contractor under common law
B . independent contractor under reasonable basis test
C . employee

Answer: C