Which penalty is described as temporary (maximum 10 years) and the length depends on the seriousness of the violation?

• A. Reprimand
• B. Administrative fine
• C. Suspension
• D. Probation

Answer: (C)

Temporary suspension is the penalty described here. It involves temporarily removing the licensee’s right to practice for a period, with the length set by how serious the violation is. The key point is that it’s not a permanent revocation—the practitioner can regain eligibility after the suspension ends, typically by satisfying any conditions set by the administering body and meeting requirements to reinstate.

This fits because the scenario emphasizes a period of ineligibility that is limited in time and tied to the severity of the violation. Reprimand is just a formal admonition with no practice restriction, an administrative fine is a monetary penalty, and probation places the licensee under monitored conditions while they may still practice. The temporary nature and dependence on seriousness make suspension the correct choice.