Notary Exam Notary Basics and Definitions

Question 1

What is the primary role of a notary public?

Accepted Answer

Witness and authenticate signatures

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Provide legal advice

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Draft legal documents

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Represent clients in court

Question 2

Who appoints notaries public in most US states?

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The state government

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The federal government

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Local courts

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The state bar association

Question 3

How long is a typical notary commission term in most US states?

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4 years

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1 year

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2 years

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10 years

Question 4

What document officially grants a person the authority to act as a notary?

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Commission certificate

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Notary bond

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Notary journal

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E&O insurance policy

Question 5

A notary public is considered which type of official?

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A public officer

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A private attorney

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A federal employee

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A licensed paralegal

Question 6

What is the term for the person whose signature a notary is authenticating?

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The principal or signer

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The notary

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The witness

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The beneficiary