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Series 63: Regulation of Securities & Issuers
Series 63 practice questioneasyDefinition of Security

Under Section 401(l) of the Uniform Securities Act, which of the following is considered a security?

  1. AA stock issued by a corporation✓ Correct answer
  2. BA fixed annuity contract
  3. CA whole life insurance policy
  4. DA personal loan from a bank
Explanation

Why AA stock issued by a corporation

Stocks are explicitly included in the definition of a security under Section 401(l) of the USA. Fixed annuities and insurance policies are excluded, and personal loans are not securities.

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