Notarial ActsQuestion 29 of 100
In an acknowledgment, what is the signer certifying to the notary?
a.That the contents of the document are true
b.That the signer swears under oath
c.That the signer executed the document and is the person named in it
d.That the notary drafted the document
Explanation
In an acknowledgment the signer personally appears, is identified, and acknowledges that he or she executed the document. The notary does not vouch for the truth of the contents—only that the identified person acknowledged signing.
Law Reference: CA Civil Code §1189Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
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