Questions and Answers
The redemption value of an open-end investment company's shares is based on the:
The computation of dollar prices and accrued interest on municipal bonds is normal on what calendar basis?
Blue-sky laws are regulated by which of the following entities?
At the time of issuance, which of the following securities normally has the longest period to expiration?
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Regular way settlement on Treasury Bonds is:
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A firm is a participant in a public offering. To sell a substantial amount of the securities to its customers, the firm agrees to repurchase the shares at no less than the original sales price. Such agreements are:
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Under SEC S-P (Consumer Privacy), which of the following information must a firm include in its customer privacy and opt-out notices?
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UTMA accounts are opened under the tax ID number of the:
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Under FINRA rules, noncash compensation connected with the sale of variable contracts includes all of the following items EXCEPT:
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Describe the difference between primary distribution and secondary distribution.
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If a market maker posts quotes of 10.00 - 10.10 (25x10), which of the following actions is the market maker willing to take?
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All of the following risks apply to both foreign and domestic debt instruments EXCEPT:
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A married couple who earned income that exceeded $300k in each of the prior two years and reasonably expects the same for this current year is:
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The owner of which of the following products is MOST exposed to inflationary risks?
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What is the concept of an annuity contract?
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Which of the following statements is true about all US Gov agency issues?
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Direct participation programs (DPP's) provide:
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Which of the following outcomes are possible for the writer of a covered call option?
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Study Notes
Open-End Investment Companies
- Redemption value of shares is based on NAV computed after the order is received.
Municipal Bonds
- Accrued interest and dollar prices are typically computed using a 30/360 calendar basis.
Blue-Sky Laws
- These laws are regulated by state securities regulators.
Securities Expiration
- Warrants normally have the longest period to expiration at the time of issuance.
Treasury Bonds Settlement
- Regular way settlement for Treasury Bonds occurs the next business day.
Public Offering Agreements
- A firm must not engage in agreements to repurchase shares at the original sale price as this is considered fraudulent and manipulative.
SEC S-P Regulations
- Firms must include policies to protect the security of nonpublic information in customer privacy and opt-out notices.
UTMA Accounts
- These accounts are set up under the tax ID number of the minor.
Noncash Compensation in Variable Contracts
- Commissions are not included in noncash compensation related to the sale of variable contracts.
Distribution Types
- Primary distribution involves the sale of newly issued shares, whereas secondary distribution involves sales of already issued shares.
Market Maker Quotes
- A market maker willing to buy 2,500 shares at $10 and sell 1,000 shares at $10.10 exhibits interest based on the posted quote of 10.00 - 10.10 (25x10).
Debt Instrument Risks
- Exchange risk does not apply to both foreign and domestic debt instruments.
Accredited Investor
- A married couple earning over $300k in each of the last two years, and expecting the same in the current year, qualifies as an accredited investor.
Inflationary Risks
- Treasury bonds are most exposed to inflationary risks compared to other assets listed.
Annuity Contracts
- The type of annuity selected influences the payment amounts provided to the annuitant.
US Government Agency Issues
- These issues are exempt from registration requirements under the Securities Act of 1933.
Direct Participation Programs (DPPs)
- DPPs offer exposure to non-correlated assets that tend to provide steady returns.
Covered Call Options
- The writer of a covered call option experiences both profit and loss limits.
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