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Series 63: Regulation of Investment Advisers
Series 63 practice questioneasyExclusions for Clerical Staff

Which of the following statements is CORRECT regarding clerical staff at a state-registered investment adviser under the USA?

  1. AClerical staff must register as IARs if they schedule client meetings
  2. BClerical staff are generally excluded from the definition of IAR✓ Correct answer
  3. CClerical staff must be registered if they handle cash deposits
  4. DClerical staff must register if they have access to client addresses
Explanation

Why BClerical staff are generally excluded from the definition of IAR

Clerical and administrative staff are excluded from the definition of an IAR even if they handle non-advisory client interactions or administrative functions, per the USA Section 401(b).

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