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Series 63: Regulation of Broker-Dealers & Agents
Series 63 practice questioneasyGuarantees

An agent tells a client that he will reimburse any losses in their account. Under the USA, this is:

  1. APermitted if disclosed to the Administrator
  2. BA prohibited guarantee of performance✓ Correct answer
  3. CAcceptable for institutional clients only
  4. DAllowed with written client consent
Explanation

Why BA prohibited guarantee of performance

Guaranteeing a client against losses is strictly prohibited by the USA (Section 402). Disclosure or client consent does not make this practice acceptable.

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