Which statement about signatures in lease formation is true?

• A. Electronic Signatures Are Valid; The Lessee Should Acknowledge The Equipment Condition Upon Receipt
• B. Only Handwritten Signatures Are Valid; No Acknowledgment Required
• C. Signatures Are Optional
• D. Notarization Is Required

Answer: (A)

Electronic signatures are legally valid for leases, just like handwritten ones. Laws such as the ESIGN Act and UETA ensure that an electronic signature on a lease carries the same enforceability as a pen-and-paper signature. Including an acknowledgment of the equipment’s condition at receipt is a practical step: it creates a clear record of what was delivered and in what state, reducing later disputes over damages or missing items. Notarization is not typically required for a standard lease, and some form of signature is normally needed to form a binding agreement. So this statement reflects both the accepted validity of electronic signatures and the common best practice of documenting equipment condition at delivery.