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Difficulty: EasyOccupational and Specialized Registers

Which legal term correctly completes the sentence below?

Answer:In court proceedings, a formal written statement made under oath before an authorized officer is called an 【affidavit】.

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affidavit
The term 'affidavit' refers specifically to a written declaration made under oath before a notary public or authorized officer, serving as documentary evidence in judicial matters.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the occupational field and context from the sentence.
The domain is legal terminology, referring to a sworn written document used as evidence in court.
The sentence specifies a formal written statement sworn under oath before a judicial authority.
2
Select the precise specialized register term that fits the description.
The word 'affidavit' is the exact legal term.
An affidavit is defined specifically as a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation for use as evidence in legal proceedings.

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Occupational and Specialized Registers (Legal Vocabulary)
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