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In the booklet, “taking an acknowledgment” refers most directly to:

A

The act of a signer telling the notary that the signer executed the instrument, together with the notary’s act of obtaining satisfactory evidence of identity

B

Any oath administered by a notary

C

The county clerk’s later authentication of the notary’s authority

D

The delivery of a signed affidavit to a notary without appearance

Correct Answer

A. The act of a signer telling the notary that the signer executed the instrument, together with the notary’s act of obtaining satisfactory evidence of identity

AI Explanation

This term combines what the signer says and what the notary does. In the booklet definition of “Taking an Acknowledgment,” the signer acknowledges execution and the notary obtains satisfactory evidence of identity. For contrast, a silent delivery of a signed affidavit is not enough for a valid oath-taking act.

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