NYC NOTARY EXAM APRIL 2024/2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS WITH SOLUTIONS
2024
What is the purpose of a jurat?
A.To verify the identity of the person signing a document
B. To certify that the person signing a document has sworn an oath
C. To confirm that a document has been notarized
D. To provide a record of the notarial act - ANSWER B. To certify that the person signing a document has
sworn an oath
What is required for satisfactory evidence of identity for an individual signing a document who appears
before an electronic notary public using communication technology, and who is not personally known to
the notary public?
A. Identity verification, credential analysis, and identity proofing
B. Personal acquaintance with the notary public
C. Attestation by two witnesses who know the individual personally
D. Attestation by the notary public that the individual is personally known to them - ANSWER A. Identity
verification, credential analysis, and identity proofing
What is the penalty for violating the provisions of §§478, 479, 480, 481, 482, 483, or 484?
A. A fine
B. Revocation of notary commission
C. Imprisonment
D. Misdemeanor charge - ANSWER D. Misdemeanor charge
A notary public is asked to take an acknowledgment over the phone. What should the notary do?
, A. Refuse to take the acknowledgment over the phone.
B. Take the acknowledgment over the phone.
C. Ask,the,person,to,send,a,written,request.
D. Consult with a legal professional before proceeding. - ANSWER A. Refuse to take the acknowledgment
over the phone.
A notary public is asked to certify a copy of a public record. What should the notary do?
A. Refuse to certify the copy.
B. Certify the copy.
C. Ask the person to send a written request.
D. Consult with a legal professional before proceeding. - ANSWER A. Refuse to certify the copy.
What does the term "laches" refer to?
A. The process of notarizing a document
B. The delay or negligence in asserting one's legal rights
C. The legal framework governing notarial acts
D. The qualifications required to become a notary public - ANSWER B. The delay or negligence in
asserting one's legal rights
What does the term "Affiant" refer to?
A. Affiant refers to the person who makes and subscribes his signature to an affidavit.
B. Affiant refers to the person who administers an oath.
C. Affiant refers to the person who receives an affidavit.
D. Affiant refers to the person who witnesses an affidavit. - ANSWER A. Affiant refers to the person who
makes and subscribes his signature to an affidavit.
What,does,the,term,"Chattel",refer,to?
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