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Series 7 Practice Questions

Series 7 - General Securities Representative Qualification Examination — Practice with a free series 7 practice test covering equity and debt securities, options, mutual funds, customer accounts, and FINRA regulations. Each question includes a detailed explanation so you build understanding -- not just memorize answers.

135
Total Questions
225 minutes (3h 45m)
Time Limit
72%
Passing Score
$245
Registration Fee

Free Sample Questions

Here are 5 free sample questions from our full bank of 490+ Series 7 practice questions. Try them out below — click "Show Answer" to reveal the correct response and explanation.

1

A corporation issues cumulative preferred stock with a 6% dividend rate and a $100 par value. The company skips dividend payments for two full years. Before any common stock dividend can be paid in year three, how much must each cumulative preferred shareholder receive per share?

AA) $6
BB) $12
CC) $18
DD) $24
2

A customer purchases a 5% corporate bond at 95 with 10 years to maturity. Which of the following statements about this bond is correct?

AA) The yield to maturity is higher than the current yield.
BB) The current yield is exactly 5%.
CC) The yield to maturity is lower than the coupon rate.
DD) The bond is trading at a premium.
3

An investor buys 1 XYZ October 50 call at a premium of 4 and simultaneously writes 1 XYZ October 60 call at a premium of 1. What is the maximum gain on this position?

AA) $300
BB) $400
CC) $1,000
DD) $700
4

A customer invests $10,000 in a mutual fund with a 5% front-end sales charge. How many dollars are actually invested in fund shares after the sales charge is deducted?

AA) $9,000
BB) $9,500
CC) $9,750
DD) $10,000
5

Under FINRA rules, when a registered representative opens a new options account for a customer, the signed options agreement must be returned by the customer within how many days after account approval?

AA) 5 business days
BB) 10 business days
CC) 15 days
DD) 30 days

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About the Series 7

Format & Structure

Total Questions
135
Time Limit
225 minutes (3h 45m)
Format
Multiple choice (computer-based)

Scoring & Cost

Passing Score
72%
Registration Fee
$245

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Series 7 exam?

The Series 7, officially called the General Securities Representative Qualification Examination, is a FINRA-administered assessment. Pass it, and you're licensed to sell a broad range of securities products -- stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, variable annuities, municipal securities, and more. It's the gold-standard credential for general securities representatives in the United States. Most major broker-dealers require it for client-facing roles involving securities recommendations.

Do I need to pass the SIE before the Series 7?

Yes. Since October 2018, FINRA restructured its qualification system. The Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam is now a co-requisite for the Series 7 -- meaning you must pass both. Most candidates take the SIE first because it covers foundational concepts, and the Series 7 then dives deeper into product knowledge and regulations. You can take them in either order, but you won't be a fully registered representative until both are passed.

Do I need a sponsor to sit for the Series 7?

Yes. Unlike the SIE, which anyone can take, the Series 7 requires sponsorship from a FINRA member firm. Your sponsoring firm files Form U4 on your behalf, which registers you as an associated person and opens a 120-day window to take the exam. This is why many people take the SIE before they're hired -- it shows initiative and commitment without needing a job offer first.

How much does the Series 7 cost?

The Series 7 registration fee is $245 as of 2026. In nearly all cases, your sponsoring firm pays this fee on your behalf as part of onboarding. If you fail and need to retake it, the firm typically still covers it -- though some have policies about repeat attempts. Add the SIE fee ($80) on top if you haven't taken that yet.

How long should I study for the Series 7?

Most candidates study for 80 to 150 hours, spread over 4 to 8 weeks. The exact time depends on your background. If you have a finance degree or prior industry experience, you might be on the lower end. If you're transitioning from an unrelated field, plan for more. A common approach: spend the first half of your prep reading material and watching video lessons, then shift to heavy practice questions for the second half. Most prep providers recommend scoring above 80% on practice tests consistently before sitting for the real thing.

What's the content breakdown on the Series 7?

FINRA organizes Series 7 content around four major job functions. Function 1 (about 7 questions) covers seeking business for the broker-dealer. Function 2 (about 9 questions) covers opening accounts. Function 3 (about 73 questions -- the biggest chunk) covers providing customers with information about investments and making recommendations. Function 4 (about 36 questions) covers obtaining and verifying customer purchase and sale instructions. Options and debt securities tend to be the toughest sections for most test-takers.

Can I retake the Series 7 if I fail?

Yes -- but there are waiting periods. After your first failure, you must wait 30 days before retaking. Same for the second attempt. After three consecutive failures, the waiting period jumps to 180 days. Each retake requires re-registration through your sponsoring firm and another $245 fee. Most people who fail are within 5-10 points of passing, so don't get discouraged. Use your score report to identify weak areas and target your review.

How do I become FINRA-registered after passing?

Passing the Series 7 alone doesn't make you registered. Your sponsoring firm submits the necessary updates through CRD (Central Registration Depository), and once FINRA processes everything, you're officially a registered representative. You'll also need to comply with state Blue Sky registration -- typically by passing the Series 63 or Series 66, depending on your firm's licensing requirements. Once all the pieces are in place, you can begin recommending and selling securities to clients.

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