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Series 63 practice questioneasyfederal covered vs state exemptions

Which security is federally covered and therefore NOT subject to state registration, even if it would otherwise lack a state exemption?

  1. AA municipal bond issued by a city in another state
  2. BA security listed on the NYSE✓ Correct answer
  3. CA corporate bond sold exclusively to institutional investors
  4. DA small business private placement under Rule 504
Explanation

Why B — A security listed on the NYSE

Securities listed on a national exchange (like the NYSE) are federally covered and preempt state registration (USA 402(b)(1)), regardless of whether they meet state-level exemptions. Municipal bonds of other states aren't always federally covered.

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