Which statement about ministerial duties is true?

• A. They may be delegated to a clerk.
• B. They require a judge's signature.
• C. They involve making legal determinations.
• D. They are optional in all cases.

Answer: (A)

Ministerial duties are routine, non-discretionary tasks required by law. Because they don’t involve interpreting facts or applying law, these steps can be carried out by someone in the office who has the authority to perform them under supervision, such as a clerk. They aren’t about making legal determinations or judgments—that role remains with the official when needed. And they’re not optional; these routine steps must be completed to keep processes moving. So, the statement that they may be delegated to a clerk is correct.