A 50-question multiple-choice exam requiring a passing score of 80%
An oral examination administered by the county clerk at the time of filing the oath
An open-book test that may be taken online at any time and re-taken immediately if failed
A proctored written examination prescribed by the Secretary of State
Correct Answer
D. A proctored written examination prescribed by the Secretary of State
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Nature of the notary public state examination. The California notary public examination is a proctored written examination prescribed by the Secretary of State (Government Code section 8201). It is not open-book, not available online on demand, and not administered by the county clerk. Applicants must sit for the exam at an approved testing location under supervision.
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