A
Acknowledgment
B
Proof of execution
C
Jurat
D
Certified copy
Official source: 2026 California Notary Public Handbook (2026)
Reference: Civil Code section 1189)
Source checked September 7, 2026
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Correct Answer
A. Acknowledgment
Detailed Explanation
An acknowledgment certificate must state that the signer 'personally appeared' before the notary and acknowledged the document as their own act (Civil Code section 1189).
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