A client says, “I gave my cousin written authority to sign on my behalf for a closing while I am overseas.” In booklet terminology, that authority is best described as a:

AI Explanation

A power of attorney is an authority document, not a court proceeding or notarial certificate. The booklet defines “Power of Attorney” as a written statement by an individual giving another person the power to act for him. For contrast, a protest is a formal notarial statement concerning dishonored commercial paper.