Always taken before a judge of a court of record.
An ex parte statement.
Valid without any oath if signed by the affiant.
A real-property conveyance form.
Official source: Notary Public License Law (March 2026)
Reference: Legal Terms & Definitions
Source checked September 7, 2026
Correct Answer
B. An ex parte statement.
Detailed Explanation
The booklet draws this distinction expressly. In the "Affidavit" section, it states that an affidavit differs from a deposition because an affidavit is an ex parte statement. In practice, that is why the silent handoff of a signed paper is not enough; the oath still must be administered.
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