SIE practice questioneasyRegulation D
Which type of investor is specifically allowed to participate in private placements under Regulation D without restrictions?
- AForeign investors
- BInstitutional investors only
- CRetail investors
- DAccredited investors✓ Correct answer
Explanation
Why D — Accredited investors
Regulation D allows private placements to an unlimited number of accredited investors, who meet specific income/net worth standards. Retail investors may have restrictions, institutional investors are a type of accredited, and foreign status alone doesn’t grant access.
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