Which condition must be met for someone to be the signing purchaser?

• A. Must be at least 18 years old and not impaired or incapacitated.
• B. Must be at least 21 years old and of sound mind.
• C. Must be a relative of the deceased.
• D. Must provide two government IDs.

Answer: (B)

Signing a funeral pre-need purchase hinges on contractual capacity—the ability to enter into a contract. That means the signer must understand what they’re agreeing to and be legally authorized to make that decision. The rule here specifies being at least 21 years old and of sound mind, which ensures the person can comprehend the contract’s terms and consequences and isn’t impaired or incapacitated. Being a relative of the deceased does not affect capacity, and while providing government IDs may be part of verifying identity, it doesn’t determine whether someone has the mental capacity to contract. If capacity isn’t met, the contract could be challenged or require a guardian or power of attorney depending on the laws.