Series 66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination Practice Test

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2 hours 30 minutes Time Limit
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Exam overview and details

The Series 66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination Practice Test is a critical assessment for investment professionals seeking to register as investment adviser representatives (IARs) in multiple states. This comprehensive practice test covers the full scope of the official NASAA Series 66 exam blueprint, including client investment recommendations, economic factors and business information, ethical practices and fiduciary obligations, investment vehicle characteristics, and state and federal laws and regulations. By mastering these 140 questions, candidates demonstrate their ability to apply fiduciary standards, evaluate client suitability, and navigate complex regulatory frameworks. The certification is jointly recognized by the SEC and state securities regulators, making it essential for professionals who advise clients on securities and provide investment advisory services. Passing the Series 66, combined with the Series 7, allows individuals to operate as both registered representatives and IARs, significantly expanding career opportunities in wealth management, financial planning, and institutional advisory roles. This practice test mirrors the actual exam's difficulty and structure, providing a realistic benchmark for readiness and helping candidates identify knowledge gaps before the official test.

Sample Questions

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IV. Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines Including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practice

Person advising only on U.S. government securities is:

IV. Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines Including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practice

Mutual fund board minimum independent directors:

Client Investment Recommendations and Strategies

Wash sale rule: substantially identical purchased within:

I. Economic Factors and Business Information

A bond fund and an equity fund show a correlation coefficient of -0.20 over a long sample. The client asks why the adviser includes both even though the bond fund's expected return is lower. Which answer is best? Which answer is most appropriate?

IV. Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines Including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practice

Person compensated for soliciting adviser clients is a:

Career Opportunities & Salary

Median salary: $78,660– Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 -- Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents (SOC 41-3031), US national. Occupation median, not a certification salary. (2025)

Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents

Exam insights and study advice

Earning the Series 66 certification is a career-defining milestone that signals to employers, clients, and regulators that you possess the advanced knowledge required to provide fiduciary-level investment advice. This credential is a prerequisite for state-registered investment adviser representatives and is widely recognized as the gold standard for compliance and ethical practice in the financial services industry. Holding the Series 66 enhances your professional credibility, opens doors to senior advisory roles, and demonstrates your commitment to upholding the highest standards of investor protection and regulatory compliance. In a competitive job market, this certification differentiates you as a trusted, knowledgeable professional capable of navigating complex state and federal securities laws.

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What this exam covers

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01IV. Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines Including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practice

45%

02III. Client/Customer Investment Recommendations and Strategies

30%

03II. Investment Vehicle Characteristics

17%

04I. Economic Factors and Business Information

8%

Exam Details Series-66 | 2 hours 30 minutes

Exam Code Series-66
Time Limit 2 hours 30 minutes
Exam questions 100

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