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2026 Statistics

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

17%

SC Auctioneer Law & Regulations

SC Auctioneer Law, Auctioneers' Commission authority, licensing requirements, disciplinary actions, exemptions

15%

Contract Law & SC UCC

UCC Article 2 auction provisions, bulk sales (Article 6), statute of frauds, warranties, title transfer, contract formation

15%

Auction Ethics

Shill bidding prohibitions, conflict of interest, disclosure duties, trust accounts, professional conduct, consumer protection

13%

Fundamentals of Auctioneering

Auction types, lot management, order of sale, preview periods, bidder registration, settlement procedures

10%

Bid Calling

Bid-calling techniques, chant development, rhythm and pace, clarity of communication, working with ringmen

10%

Advertising Rules

Required disclosures, license number display, reserve/absolute designation, social media, prohibited advertising

10%

Financial Math

Commission calculations, buyer premiums, settlement statements, sales tax, percentage conversions, tiered rates

10%

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

SC Auctioneer Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study the SC Auctioneer Law thoroughly — licensing requirements, Auctioneers' Commission authority, and disciplinary procedures
2Master UCC Section 2-328 auction rules and Article 6 bulk sales provisions as adopted in South Carolina
3Practice bid-calling concepts — know the purpose of the chant, proper technique, and how to communicate current bids clearly
4Work through financial math problems: commission calculations, buyer premiums, settlement statements, and SC sales tax (6% + local)
5Review advertising requirements — license number disclosure, reserve/absolute terms, and prohibited practices across all media

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.