SIE practice questioneasySuitability
A registered representative must always consider which factor when recommending investments?
- APopular trends
- BFirm’s inventory
- CCustomer’s investment objectives and suitability✓ Correct answer
- DRecommendations from other clients
Explanation
Why C — Customer’s investment objectives and suitability
Client objectives and suitability are paramount. Firm inventory, general trends, and other clients’ opinions are not sufficient to justify a recommendation.
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