Testing Methods
Study Smarter
Retention Over Memorization
Our courses reinforce retention over memorization with in-depth content and practice questions that mimic the actual test — so there are no surprises come exam day.
Our course structure is proven to help you pass the first time
3x
Larger question test bank than competitors
100%
More assessment opportunities in reimagined content leads to higher retention.
20%
Less study time. Learn only what is necessary to pass the exam.
Adaptive Preparation & Learning Styles
As early pioneers of this industry, we’ve spent the last few decades perfecting the science of preparing for securities licensing exams — crafting courses and teaching methods based on proven success, and developing ever-evolving learning tools well beyond what our competitors can offer. Our adaptive preparation provides extra help where needed to make sure you spend your study time wisely and take the test with confidence.
Reading
We offer comprehensive and well-structured material that caters to those who prefer learning through reading.
Listening
Our audio-focused content is crafted to meet the needs of learners who prefer to absorb information through listening.
Watching
An immersive and effective learning experience to enhance understanding and engagement.
Learning Methods
Spend Study Time Wisely
Our newly re-imagined content enhances the learning experience by improving efficiency and effectiveness. It reduces reading time for streamlined engagement and doubles the number of in-course assessments, offering more thorough preparation while decreasing overall study time. This redesign allows learners to achieve their goals more efficiently without sacrificing the quality of instruction.
Check your Understanding
Small, topic-level assessments to reinforce your learning after each section.
Chapter Test
A comprehensive chapter exam reinforces the Check your Understandings and points you to where you need additional study.
Mastery Exam
The mastery exams cover multiple chapters, providing spaced repetition, which increases retention.
Final Exam
We provide multiple practice finals weighted to the actual exams to build your confidence and target any low proficiency areas.
Our questions are designed to mirror the test and prepare you to pass
Our Pass Promise
Our Pass Promise courses are thorough, proven and come with a guarantee that students who complete the program will pass their licensing exams. These courses not only come with premium learning tools and instructor support — they also come with a guarantee to pass the first time.
Guarantee to Pass
75%
Pass at least 3 practice final exams with a 75% or higher score.
5 days
Take your licensing exam within 5 days of passing the 3 finals.
Live Virtual Review
Live online classes led by industry experts, in an interactive settings that covers everything you’ll need to pass.
On-Demand Virtual Review
Instructor-led video review, recapping the program’s topics and concepts--all available whenever you are.
Money-Back Guarantee
Pass Promise courses guarantee you will pass your exam the first time. And if you don’t, you’ll get a full refund.
Just like the Real Exam
Exam Question Types
Closed-Stem
“Stem” is another word for the question itself. “Closed-stem” means that the question is a complete sentence and ends with a question mark.
According to the Securities Act of 1933, which of the following is a non-exempt security?
A.
An option to purchase a certificate of deposit at some time in the future
B.
A contract to purchase 10,000 bushels of corn for $5 a bushel three months from now
C.
A non-renewable banker’s acceptance note that matures in six months
D.
A municipal bond issued by the City of Los Angeles
Open-Stem
An open-stem question is an incomplete sentence that asks you to fill in the blank or what’s missing.
The “tax-equivalent yield” tells an investor:
A.
How much lower a yield he can accept from a corporate bond
B.
The impact of his federal tax bracket on a municipal bond he purchases
C.
The risk-adjusted difference in par value of a corporate bond versus an insured municipal bond
D.
What the yield on a corporate bond would be to be equivalent to the yield of a municipal bond
Most/Least/Best
This type of question asks you to choose the answer that is either more suitable or less suitable than the other answer choices.
Which of the following BEST describes a customer complaint?
A.
A customer calls upset about the stock market’s recent decline.
B.
A customer sends an email complaining about the impact of the government’s stimulus package on the stock market.
C.
A customer sends an email complaining about a representative’s purchase of General Motors in the client’s brokerage account.
D.
A customer calls and complains about the music played while on hold.
Except or Not
This type of question may be open-stem or closed-stem. It asks you to identify which answer choice is not correct with regard to the concept being covered.
Owners of common stock enjoy all of the following rights and privileges except:
A.
Priority in bankruptcy
B.
Ownership stake
C.
Voting rights
D.
Growth potential
Complex Multiple Choice
These questions contain four Roman numeral options and may be open-stem or closed-stem. They can function in one of two ways: sequence or choose two.
Order the following from lowest to highest: I. Broker call rate, II. Federal funds rate, III. Prime rate, IV. Discount rate
A.
II, IV, III, I
B.
III, II, I, IV
C.
IV, III, I, II
D.
II, IV, I, III
Explore Sample Questions
We provide sample questions for a variety of series exams.