In the caption under Rule 10(a), which designation is required?

• A. The Rule 7(a) designation
• B. The Rule 2(a) designation
• C. The Rule 7(a) designation
• D. There is no designation

Answer: (C)

In the caption, the filing must be labeled to show what kind of document it is, and that labeling comes from Rule 7(a). Rule 10(a) sets out the basic elements of the caption (court, case title, and parties), but it relies on Rule 7(a) to designate the specific pleading or document type—such as “Complaint,” “Answer,” or other pleadings. That designation helps the court and the parties understand the document’s purpose. Rule 2(a) isn’t about labeling the caption, and declaring there is no designation would ignore this requirement. Therefore, the required designation is the Rule 7(a) designation.