Homebaked bread company hires ike to sell the company's products in a certain area. homebaked bread agrees to pay ike a salary, plus commission, for a trial period. they also agree that ike can sell using any methods and during any hours that seem appropriate. the key factor in whether ike is homebaked bread's employee is

The control that Homebaked has over the details of Ike's work.

Explanation:

It is important to determine if Ike is a true employee or an independent contractor because each has very specific tax and regulatory requirements. The key factor is whether the company has control over the details of the work making Ike and employee, or if Ike has control over those details making him an independent contractor.