Which sentence from the booklet most directly supports the idea that taking acknowledgments without the signer appearing is serious misconduct?

Detailed Explanation

Personal appearance is foundational, not optional. In the booklet's 'Professional Conduct' section, it states that taking acknowledgments or affidavits over the telephone or otherwise without actual personal appearance is illegal. For contrast, harmless clerical matters like duplicate cards or filing records do not define the misconduct rule itself.