The type of deed described in the question is a special warranty deed, which offers a limited guarantee that the property was not encumbered during the current owner's ownership. This is distinct from general warranty deeds that offer broader protections. Therefore, the correct answer is option A: Special warranty.
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The question pertains to the type of deed used in property sales, specifically asking about the nature of a guarantee related to encumbrances. A special warranty deed provides a limited guarantee for only the period of ownership of the seller. Therefore, the answer is a special warranty deed (Option A). ;