Gelato Company is a franchisor. Sue operates a Gelato Company franchise. Ralph is one of Sue's employees. As a franchisor, if Gelato Company controls the day-to-day operations of the business to a significant degree, it may be liable for tortious acts by
a. no one.
b. Gelato Company only.
c. Gelato Company and Sue, but not Ralph.
d. Gelato Company, Sue, and Ralph.