Court Reporter Practice Exam

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What is an affidavit?

A verbal agreement
A sworn written statement made under oath
A type of public record
A non-binding declaration

The correct answer is: A sworn written statement made under oath

An affidavit is a sworn written statement made under oath, which means that the person making the affidavit has formally declared the truth of its contents in the presence of an authorized official, such as a notary public. This legal document serves various purposes, including providing evidence in court proceedings, affirming facts, or supporting other legal documents. The requirement for the statement to be written and sworn emphasizes its seriousness and reliability, as it can be used as a form of evidence in legal contexts. The other options do not accurately encapsulate what an affidavit is: a verbal agreement lacks the formality and sworn requirement, a public record does not imply the sworn nature of the statement, and a non-binding declaration does not convey the legal weight that an affidavit carries when making a sworn assertion.