Series 63 practice questionmediumUnsolicited order vs. agent's recommendation
A client emails her agent asking for general investment advice. The agent suggests a stock not registered in the state. The client later asks to buy that stock. Does the unsolicited order exemption apply?
- ANo, because the agent recommended the stock.✓ Correct answer
- BYes, because the client initiated the purchase request.
- CYes, only if the agent's recommendation was general, not specific.
- DNo, unless the client is an institutional investor.
Explanation
Why A — No, because the agent recommended the stock.
If the agent recommends the unregistered security, it is a solicited transaction and ineligible for the exemption (USA 402(b)(3)). General requests for advice do not override the effect of specific recommendations.
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