Escrow & Title
In Tennessee, the county register of deeds records documents in which public record system?
AThe statewide TREC database
BThe county's grantor-grantee index and other recording books✓ Correct
CThe Tennessee Secretary of State's office only
DThe federal land records system
Explanation
Tennessee counties maintain the public record through the county register of deeds office, which indexes recorded documents in grantor-grantee indices, deed books, and other recording systems. This provides constructive notice of all recorded instruments.
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