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Key Facts: SC Auctioneer Exam
80
Exam Questions
Prov, Inc.
73%
Passing Score
Auctioneers' Commission
2 hr
Time Limit
Prov, Inc.
9
Content Areas
Exam Content Outline
Art. 6
UCC Bulk Sales
SC-specific topic
South Carolina's auctioneer exam is administered by Prov, Inc. and covers 9 major content areas: auctioneering fundamentals, contracts, bid calling, advertising, ethics, mathematics, SC Auctioneer Law, SC UCC (auction and bulk sales), and Auctioneers' Commission regulations. The 80-question exam has a 2-hour time limit with a 73% passing score.
About the SC Auctioneer Exam
The South Carolina auctioneer licensing exam covers fundamentals of auctioneering, bid calling, auction contracts, advertising rules, ethical practices, financial math, the SC Auctioneer Law, SC UCC provisions for auctions and bulk sales, and Auctioneers' Commission regulations.
Questions
80 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
73%
Exam Fee
Varies (Prov, Inc. / SC Auctioneers' Commission)
SC Auctioneer Exam Content Outline
SC Auctioneer Law & Regulations
SC Auctioneer Law, Auctioneers' Commission authority, licensing requirements, disciplinary actions, exemptions
Contract Law & SC UCC
UCC Article 2 auction provisions, bulk sales (Article 6), statute of frauds, warranties, title transfer, contract formation
Auction Ethics
Shill bidding prohibitions, conflict of interest, disclosure duties, trust accounts, professional conduct, consumer protection
Fundamentals of Auctioneering
Auction types, lot management, order of sale, preview periods, bidder registration, settlement procedures
Bid Calling
Bid-calling techniques, chant development, rhythm and pace, clarity of communication, working with ringmen
Advertising Rules
Required disclosures, license number display, reserve/absolute designation, social media, prohibited advertising
Financial Math
Commission calculations, buyer premiums, settlement statements, sales tax, percentage conversions, tiered rates
Principal-Agent Law
Agency relationships, fiduciary duties, authority types, ratification, dual agency, bailment
How to Pass the SC Auctioneer Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 73%
- Exam length: 80 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: Varies
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is the South Carolina auctioneer exam?
The SC auctioneer exam has 80 multiple-choice questions with a 2-hour time limit and 73% passing score. It covers 9 content areas including bid calling, SC Auctioneer Law, UCC provisions, contracts, ethics, math, and advertising. Focused study of SC-specific law and practice questions improves first-attempt pass rates significantly.
What are the SC auctioneer license requirements?
South Carolina requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, complete pre-license education, pass the Prov, Inc. licensing exam with 73% or higher, obtain a surety bond, and submit an application to the SC Auctioneers' Commission. A background check is also required.
What topics does the SC auctioneer exam cover?
The exam covers fundamentals of auctioneering, auctioneer contracts, bid calling, advertisement rules, ethical practices, mathematics, the SC Auctioneer Law, SC UCC (auction and bulk sales provisions), and SC Auctioneers' Commission regulations.
What is the SC UCC bulk sales provision tested on the exam?
SC UCC Article 6 (Bulk Sales) requires notice to creditors when a business sells a major portion of its inventory outside the ordinary course of business. At auction, notice must be given at least 45 days before the buyer takes possession or pays. This protects creditors from fraudulent asset transfers.