A Missouri notary applicant has received their commission letter from the Secretary of State. What is the immediate next step they must take to officially qualify?
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A
Purchase a $10,000 surety bond and take it to their county clerk's office to be sworn in.
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B
Begin notarizing documents immediately as the letter serves as proof of commission.
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C
Mail the commission letter back to the Secretary of State with a signature specimen.
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D
Order a notary seal and journal and wait for them to arrive before proceeding.