The workers who are employed on a part-time and temporary basis to supplement the regular workforce are called ___.

A) overtime workers
B) permatemps
C) flextime workers
D) virtual workers
E) contingency workers

Contingency Workers

Employees who are hired on a temporary basis or for specific projects rather than being permanent staff.

Part-Time

A type of employment status where the worker is employed for fewer hours per week than a full-time employee, often offering flexible schedules.

Temporary Basis

A condition or situation that is not permanent and is expected to change or end after a certain period.