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Key Facts: Series 66 Exam

Not published

Candidate Pass Rate

NASAA/FINRA

73%

Passing Score

73/100 questions

40-60 hrs

Study Time

Recommended

45%

Laws & Regulations

Largest section

$177

Exam Fee

NASAA

2h 30m

Exam Duration

NASAA

The Series 66 requires 73 correct answers out of 100 scored questions and allows 2.5 hours. It contains 110 questions total, including 10 unscored pretest questions. NASAA and FINRA do not publish an aggregate pass rate. Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines is the largest official domain at 45%. The Series 66 is the combined state-law path for candidates who also satisfy the SIE and Series 7 top-off co-requisites.

Sample Series 66 Practice Questions

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1Blue sky laws are:

A.Federal securities regulations

B.State securities regulations

C.International securities regulations

D.Self-regulatory organization rules

Explanation: Blue sky laws are STATE-level securities regulations designed to protect investors from fraud. Each state has its own blue sky laws, which may differ from federal regulations.

2The Securities Act of 1933 primarily regulates:

A.Secondary market trading

B.New issues of securities (primary market)

C.Investment advisers

D.Broker-dealer conduct

Explanation: The Securities Act of 1933 (Paper Act) regulates the PRIMARY market - new issues of securities. It requires registration and disclosure through a prospectus.

3Which act created the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)?

A.Securities Act of 1933

B.Securities Exchange Act of 1934

C.Investment Company Act of 1940

D.Investment Advisers Act of 1940

Explanation: The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 created the SEC and regulates secondary market trading, broker-dealers, and exchanges.

4FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability) requires that recommendations be suitable based on:

A.Only the customer's age

B.The customer's investment profile

C.Only the security's past performance

D.The broker's commission structure

Explanation: Suitability requires that recommendations be based on the customer's investment profile, including risk tolerance, financial situation, investment objectives, time horizon, and other factors.

5Under the Uniform Securities Act, an "agent" is:

A.Any employee of a broker-dealer

B.A person who represents a broker-dealer in securities transactions

C.The owner of a broker-dealer

D.A compliance officer

Explanation: Under state law (USA), an agent is an individual who represents a broker-dealer or issuer in effecting or attempting to effect securities transactions.

6An investor who is bullish on a stock would most likely:

A.Buy a put option

B.Sell a call option

C.Buy a call option

D.Sell stock short

Explanation: A bullish investor expects the stock price to rise. Buying a call option profits when the stock goes up - it gives the right to buy at a fixed price while the stock rises.

7A stock with a beta of 1.5 would be expected to:

A.Move 50% less than the market

B.Move exactly with the market

C.Move 50% more than the market

D.Move in the opposite direction of the market

Explanation: A beta of 1.5 means the stock is 50% more volatile than the market. If the market moves 10%, this stock would be expected to move 15% (1.5 x 10%) in the same direction.

8In a Joint Tenants with Rights of Survivorship (JTWROS) account, what happens to the assets when one owner dies?

A.Assets go to the deceased owners estate

B.Assets go to the surviving owner(s)

C.Assets are frozen until probate is complete

D.Assets are divided between estate and survivors

Explanation: In a JTWROS account, when one owner dies, the assets automatically pass to the surviving owner(s), avoiding probate. This differs from Tenants in Common (TIC), where the deceased owners share goes to their estate.

9Which of the following is TRUE about UGMA/UTMA custodial accounts?

A.Margin trading is permitted with custodian approval

B.The gift to the minor can be revoked if needed

C.The account can have multiple custodians

D.Gifts are irrevocable and margin trading is prohibited

Explanation: UGMA/UTMA custodial accounts have specific restrictions: gifts are irrevocable (cannot be taken back), margin trading is not permitted, and there can only be one custodian and one minor per account.

10What is the primary difference between a Traditional IRA and a Roth IRA?

A.Traditional IRAs have higher contribution limits

B.Roth IRAs require minimum distributions at age 73

C.Traditional IRA contributions may be tax-deductible while Roth contributions are made after-tax

D.Only Roth IRAs allow catch-up contributions

Explanation: Traditional IRA contributions may be tax-deductible (depending on income and workplace plan status), with withdrawals taxed as ordinary income. Roth IRA contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but qualified withdrawals are tax-free. Both have the same contribution limits.

About the Series 66 Exam

Combines Series 63 and Series 65 subject matter for securities professionals who need both state agent and investment adviser representative registration. The SIE and Series 7 top-off are co-requisites.

Questions

110 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours 30 minutes

Passing Score

73%

Exam Fee

$177 (NASAA)

Series 66 Exam Content Outline

Economic Factors and Business Information

Economic indicators and business analysis

17%

Investment Vehicle Characteristics

Securities types and their characteristics

30%

Client Investment Recommendations and Strategies

Suitability, portfolio management, and recommendations

45%

Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines

State and federal law, ethics, and fiduciary duty

How to Pass the Series 66 Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 73%
Exam length: 110 questions
Time limit: 2 hours 30 minutes
Exam fee: $177

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Series 66 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus heavily on regulations (45% of exam) - know state vs federal jurisdiction

2Understand fiduciary duty and ethical conduct requirements

3Master the differences between agents, IARs, BDs, and IAs

4Study prohibited practices and grounds for denial/revocation

5Know the Administrator's powers and enforcement actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Series 66 exam?

The Series 66 combines the Series 63 (state agent law) and Series 65 (investment adviser law) into one exam. It's often called the 'Combined State Law Exam' and is the most efficient path for dual registration.

What is the Series 66 pass rate?

NASAA and FINRA do not publish an aggregate or first-time Series 66 pass rate. The official standard is 73 correct answers out of the 100 scored questions.

Do I need Series 7 before Series 66?

The SIE and Series 7 top-off are co-requisites. You may take the Series 66 before or after them, but all co-requisites must be satisfied for the combined qualification to support registration.

How many questions are on the Series 66?

The Series 66 has 100 scored questions plus 10 pretest questions. You have 2 hours 30 minutes and need 73% (73 correct answers) to pass.

Is Series 66 harder than Series 63 and 65 combined?

The Series 66 is generally considered similar in difficulty to taking both separately, but it's more efficient since you only take one exam instead of two. The content heavily overlaps with what's in Series 63 and 65.

How long should I study for Series 66?

Plan for 40-60 hours of study over 3-5 weeks after passing Series 7. Focus heavily on regulations (45% of exam) and client recommendations (30%). Complete at least 400 practice questions and score 80%+ before scheduling.