Series 63 practice questionmediumEdge Case: Pension Fund Advisory
An adviser with no physical office in State Q provides advice exclusively to a corporate pension fund registered with the SEC. Is the adviser required to register in State Q?
- AYes, since the pension fund is a private entity.
- BNo, because advice is limited to an institutional client and there is no office in State Q.✓ Correct answer
- CYes, because the pension fund is not a bank or insurance company.
- DNo, but only if the pension fund does not compensate the adviser.
Explanation
Why B — No, because advice is limited to an institutional client and there is no office in State Q.
The institutional adviser exemption (USA 403(b)(7)) includes pension funds; no office and exclusive institutional clients means no registration required. Options A and C misunderstand the scope; D incorrectly adds a compensation condition.
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