Which statement best distinguishes coaching from mentoring?

Which statement best distinguishes coaching from mentoring?

• A. Coaching focuses on long-term growth; mentoring on a single task.
• B. Coaching improves a specific task; mentoring develops long-term growth.
• C. Mentoring is only for peers; coaching is only for supervisors.
• D. Coaching and mentoring are two names for the same activity.

Answer: (B)