Series 63 practice questionmediumAssociated Person—Compensation & Registration
A junior research analyst at William Blair receives a year-end bonus based on firm revenues, but does not have direct client contact. Under the USA, she is:
- ARequired to register as an agent because her pay is tied to firm performance.
- BNot required to register as an agent, as she does not effect transactions.✓ Correct answer
- CExempt from registration only if her bonus is not tied to trading revenues.
- DRequired to register if she provides written research to clients.
Explanation
Why B — Not required to register as an agent, as she does not effect transactions.
Agent status depends on effecting or soliciting securities transactions (Sec. 401(c)), not compensation structure. Analysts with no client transaction role are not agents. Written research alone does not trigger registration.
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