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Series 63: Regulation of Investment Advisers
Series 63 practice questionmediumExclusions – Administrative Staff

Which of the following activities would NOT require IAR registration?

  1. AProviding research reports to investment adviser representatives✓ Correct answer
  2. BSupervising employees who provide investment advice
  3. CSoliciting advisory clients for compensation
  4. DGiving securities advice to clients for a fee
Explanation

Why AProviding research reports to investment adviser representatives

Providing research to IARs is not a covered activity under the IAR definition. Supervising, soliciting, and providing advice require registration (USA Section 401(b)).

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