The term respondeat superior literally means$"\_\_\_\_\_,"$ and is based on the legal theory of vicarious$$ liability, which is liability$\_\_\_\_\_.$

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Part $1$

A$.$

answer to the higher$$ authority; based on recklessness

B$.$

let the master$$ answer; without fault

C$.$

let the master$$ answer; based on ordinary negligence

D$.$

let the master$$ answer; based on gross negligence

E$.$

answer to the higher$$ authority; based on intent