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Series 63: Regulation of Investment Advisers
Series 63 practice questioneasyExclusions – Broker-Dealers

Under the USA, which of the following is NOT considered an investment adviser?

  1. AA broker-dealer providing advice as part of its brokerage services and not receiving special compensation.✓ Correct answer
  2. BA financial planner charging a separate fee for advice.
  3. CA bank subsidiary selling investment products.
  4. DA teacher offering paid investment seminars.
Explanation

Why AA broker-dealer providing advice as part of its brokerage services and not receiving special compensation.

Broker-dealers not receiving special compensation for advice are excluded from the definition of investment adviser (Section 401(c)). Charging separate fees or offering seminars generally does not qualify for the exclusion.

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