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Affirmation
A solemn statement, equivalent by law to an oath, but without religious significance or reference to a Supreme Being. Wording for Oaths and Affirmations is up to the notary, but common wording could be, "Do you solemnly affirm that the contents of this document are true and correct to the best of your knowledge?", and the answer could be, "Yes, I do". An affirmation is a formal oath, so acceptable answers should not include head nodding or unintelligible grunts. Answers to an affirmation should be coherent and definitive.