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Series 6 Investment Company and Variable Contracts Representative exam

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The Series 6 licenses you to sell mutual funds, variable annuities, and variable life insurance. Finance Exam Pro focuses your prep on exactly those product types and the suitability rules around them, with questions that explain the 'why' behind every answer.

50
Questions
1h 30m
Time limit
70%
To pass

The Series 6 requires firm sponsorship and the SIE as a corequisite. It covers mutual funds and variable products.

What's on the Series 6 exam

Seeks Business for the Broker-Dealer from Customers and Potential Customers24%
Opens Accounts, Obtains and Evaluates Customer Profiles16%
Provides Information, Makes Recommendations, Maintains Records34%
Processes and Confirms Transactions26%

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Series 6 exam FAQ

How many questions are on the Series 6 exam?+

The Series 6 has 50 scored questions with a 1 hour 30 minute time limit.

What is a passing score on the Series 6?+

You need about 70% to pass.

Do I need a sponsor for the Series 6?+

Yes. The Series 6 requires sponsorship by a FINRA member firm and the SIE as a corequisite.

Series 6 or Series 7 — which should I take?+

The Series 6 covers packaged products (funds and variable contracts); the Series 7 is broader and covers most securities. Your firm and role usually decide which you need.

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