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Series 63: Regulation of Broker-Dealers & Agents
Series 63 practice questioneasyFee-based vs commission-based compensation

An agent at a broker-dealer recommends a fee-based account to a client who trades very infrequently. Which of the following best describes this situation?

  1. AA potential conflict of interest due to unsuitable fee structure✓ Correct answer
  2. BA proper recommendation as fee-based accounts are always better for clients
  3. CA violation of the Uniform Securities Act's registration requirements
  4. DPermissible if the agent discloses all commissions
Explanation

Why AA potential conflict of interest due to unsuitable fee structure

Recommending a fee-based account to a low-activity client is often unsuitable and may violate fiduciary standards under Sections 402 and 404 of the USA, as fees may exceed commissions over time. B is false; C and D miss the core issue, which is suitability.

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