Which statement about supervision is least accurate?

• A. Direct supervision can include modeling and demonstration.
• B. Indirect supervision can include written and electronic communication.
• C. Supervision is a cooperative process.
• D. Direct supervision always requires physical presence.

Answer: (D)

Direct supervision involves the supervisor actively guiding the supervisee during tasks, which can include modeling and demonstration. This guidance happens in real time and can be delivered either on-site or through remote, technology-enabled means that let the supervisor observe, demonstrate, and intervene as needed. Indirect supervision rests on written or electronic communication that shapes performance after the fact, while supervision as a whole is a cooperative process built on ongoing interaction and shared responsibility. The statement that direct supervision always requires physical presence isn’t accurate because modern approaches allow direct guidance to be provided without being physically present—through real-time video, live demonstrations, or remote observation—so physical presence isn’t strictly necessary.