A signer with a cognitive disability is accompanied by a caregiver who reads the document to them. The signer indicates they understand and want to sign. May the Indiana notary proceed?
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A
No, cognitive disabilities always prevent valid document execution
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B
Yes, if the notary can reasonably determine the signer understands the nature of the document and is signing voluntarily
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C
No, a power of attorney must be used for signers with cognitive disabilities
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D
Yes, but the caregiver must also sign as a guarantor