True or false? Raters may only conduct sessions by telephone in unusual circumstances where face-to-face sessions are impractical.

• A. False
• B. Sometimes
• C. True
• D. Never

Answer: (C)

Face-to-face sessions are the preferred method for raters because they allow the most accurate assessment through direct interaction and observation. A telephone session is permitted only as a fallback when meeting in person is impractical, which is why the statement is true. This rule keeps the process fair and consistent while still allowing continuation in unusual circumstances, such as when distance or travel obstacles prevent an in-person meeting. The other options would imply broader or no use of telephone sessions, which doesn’t align with the standard practice of reserving phone conversations for those impractical cases.