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Series 63: Regulation of Securities & Issuers
Series 63 practice questionhardQualification—Administrator Discretion

An issuer attempts to register securities by Qualification in State K. The Administrator deems the proposed offering price and underwriter's compensation excessive. Under the USA, the Administrator may:

  1. AOnly request voluntary changes to the terms
  2. BDeny the registration statement for excessive pricing or fees✓ Correct answer
  3. CAllow registration since the issuer provided full disclosure
  4. DRefer the matter to the SEC for final determination
Explanation

Why BDeny the registration statement for excessive pricing or fees

USA Section 306 allows denial for excessive offering price or fees. Full disclosure (C) does not override this. A and D are not required or authorized actions.

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