An affidavit is a written statement of facts.

• A. Statement of facts
• B. Declaration of purpose
• C. Certificate of credibility
• D. Affidavit of identity

Answer: (A)

An affidavit is a sworn, written statement of facts. The person makes facts known in writing and swears they are true before a notary or other authorized officer, who administers the oath and witnesses the signature. That combination—written factual statements sworn under oath—defines how affidavits are used in legal matters. The option that describes it as a “Statement of facts” fits this purpose exactly. Other options describe different documents: a declaration of purpose focuses on intent, a certificate of credibility isn’t a standard notarial form, and an affidavit of identity is a specialized document for verifying identity, not the general concept of an affidavit.