As an independent contractor, what right does Bart's managing broker have?

The correct answer is that the managing broker has the right to define the results Bart should achieve. In the context of an independent contractor relationship, the broker typically focuses on the outcomes of the work rather than how those outcomes are achieved. This means that while the broker can set expectations, goals, or performance metrics that Bart should aim for, the manner in which Bart achieves those results is left to his discretion.

This distinction is critical in understanding the nature of independent contractors. They maintain control over their methods and processes, allowing them flexibility in how they operate within the broader business framework set by the broker. Therefore, while certain expectations and targets can be established, it does not extend to controlling the specific actions or methodologies Bart employs to fulfill those expectations.

In contrast, options such as controlling how Bart does his work, setting his work hours, or having the authority to fire him at any time would suggest a level of control that is more characteristic of an employee relationship rather than that of an independent contractor. These elements would typically indicate a lack of independence in the work arrangement, which is contrary to the nature of independent contracting.