Notarial ActsQuestion 52 of 100
A notary is asked to swear in a witness for a deposition. What act is the notary performing?
a.An acknowledgment
b.Administering an oath (or affirmation) to the deponent
c.A copy certification
d.A proof of execution
Explanation
Administering an oath to a deposition witness is a proper notarial function under the notary's power to administer oaths. The notary places the witness under oath so that testimony is given under penalty of perjury.
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