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Series 79: Underwriting & New Financing
Series 79 practice questionmediumDue Diligence Defense

Which is NOT generally considered sufficient to demonstrate 'reasonable investigation' for Section 11 purposes in a securities offering?

  1. AReviewing the issuer’s public filings and financial statements
  2. BInterviewing key employees and management
  3. CExamining major contracts related to the issuer’s business
  4. DRelying exclusively on representations made by the issuer without independent verification✓ Correct answer
Explanation

Why DRelying exclusively on representations made by the issuer without independent verification

Reliance solely on issuer statements without verification is insufficient; independent verification is required for the due diligence defense. The trap is thinking trust alone meets the standard.

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