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What does a certified copy certify?

  1. The document is original

  2. The signer's identity

  3. The reproduction is accurate

  4. The notary witnessed the signing

The correct answer is: The reproduction is accurate

A certified copy does not certify that the document is original, as a certified copy can be made from an original or a duplicate document. A certified copy also does not certify the signer's identity, as that is the role of a notary. A certified copy certifies that the reproduction is accurate, meaning it is an exact copy of the original document. This is why it is important to use certified copies for legal or official purposes.