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Series 63: Regulation of Broker-Dealers & Agents
Series 63 practice questionhardRegistration—Bonding Requirements

Which statement about the bonding requirement for broker-dealers and agents under the USA is TRUE?

  1. ABonding is always required for all broker-dealers and agents.
  2. BBonding is required if the broker-dealer or agent has custody or discretionary authority unless they meet minimum net capital/net worth requirements.✓ Correct answer
  3. CBonding is only required for agents and not broker-dealers.
  4. DBonding is never required if the firm is registered with the SEC.
Explanation

Why BBonding is required if the broker-dealer or agent has custody or discretionary authority unless they meet minimum net capital/net worth requirements.

Bonding is required if the BD or agent has custody/discretion, unless exempted by meeting net capital/net worth minimums (USA Section 406(g)). A and C are overbroad or incorrect. D is false as SEC registration does not override bonding.

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