Lucky the Banker mascotLTB
Series 63: Remedies & Administrative Provisions
Series 63 practice questioneasyCommission vs Omission

Which of the following situations MOST clearly represents a fraudulent omission under the Uniform Securities Act?

  1. AAn agent fails to disclose a known material adverse change in a company's financials during a sale.✓ Correct answer
  2. BAn agent exaggerates recent positive earnings news to a client.
  3. CAn agent recommends a security based on its popularity without research.
  4. DAn agent provides a client with all prospectus materials as required.
Explanation

Why AAn agent fails to disclose a known material adverse change in a company's financials during a sale.

Omissions involve failing to disclose material facts (USA Sec. 101(2)). Exaggerating news is a commission, not omission (B); C is poor practice but not a fraudulent omission; D is proper procedure.

Turn it into reps

Reading one answer is not the same as being ready

Lucky the Banker is a free practice app with 1,051+ Series 63 questions, weak-area tracking, and timed mock exams. No credit card, no paywall.

Spot an error in this question or explanation? Tell us — we fix these fast.

Related Remedies & Administrative Provisions questions