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Washington General Rules — Printable Practice Pack

Washington state portion · RCW 18.85/18.86, the Law of Real Estate Agency pamphlet and WAC 308-124 trust rules · 20 questions · Answer key on the last page · agentexamcoach.com

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  1. 1.The Washington Real Estate Commission advises the
    (A)Director of the Department of Licensing
    (B)Governor of Washington
    (C)Managing Broker of a real estate firm
    (D)Designated Broker of a real estate firm
  2. 2.Who is responsible for conducting investigations and audits of real estate firms in Washington state?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The managing broker of the firm being investigated
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  3. 3.What happens to a real estate license if the licensee is found to have committed a violation?
    (A)It is automatically revoked
    (B)It is suspended for a minimum of 30 days
    (C)It is placed on probation
    (D)It may be subject to disciplinary sanctions, including suspension, revocation, or fines
  4. 4.Who is responsible for regulating and disciplining real estate licensees in Washington state?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The Managing Broker
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  5. 5.Who conducts investigations into alleged violations of Washington real estate regulations?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The Attorney General's office
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  6. 6.What is the definition of a 'designated broker' under RCW 18.85?
    (A)A real estate broker who is responsible for supervising other brokers
    (B)A real estate broker who owns a real estate firm
    (C)A real estate broker who is licensed to practice law
    (D)A real estate broker who is a member of the Washington Real Estate Commission
  7. 7.Who has the authority to suspend or revoke a real estate broker's license in Washington state?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The Managing Broker
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  8. 8.What is the result of a successful appeal of a disciplinary action against a real estate broker?
    (A)The broker's license will be automatically reinstated
    (B)The broker will be required to pay a reduced fine
    (C)The broker will be exempt from future disciplinary actions
    (D)The disciplinary action will be overturned
  9. 9.Who has the power to suspend or revoke a real estate license in Washington?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The Legislature
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  10. 10.What is the role of the Washington Real Estate Commission in the regulation of real estate brokers?
    (A)To issue real estate licenses
    (B)To conduct investigations and audits of real estate brokers
    (C)To provide real estate brokerage services to the public
    (D)To advise the Director of the Department of Licensing on real estate matters
  11. 11.What is the process for appealing a decision made by the Director of the Department of Licensing regarding a real estate broker's license?
    (A)Filing a complaint with the Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)Filing a lawsuit in court
    (C)Filing an appeal with the Real Estate Research Center
    (D)Requesting a hearing with the Director of the Department of Licensing
  12. 12.The Washington State Department of Licensing is headed by the:
    (A)Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)Designated Broker
    (C)Managing Broker
    (D)Director of the Department of Licensing
  13. 13.An applicant for a real estate broker license must complete:
    (A)60 hours of real estate fundamentals and 30 hours of real estate practices
    (B)90 hours of real estate fundamentals and 30 hours of real estate practices
    (C)120 hours of real estate fundamentals and 60 hours of real estate practices
    (D)60 hours of real estate practices and 30 hours of real estate fundamentals
  14. 14.A real estate broker who has their license revoked may:
    (A)Apply for reinstatement after a specified period of time
    (B)Appeal the decision to the Washington Real Estate Commission
    (C)Pay a fine and have their license reinstated
    (D)Not practice real estate in Washington state again
  15. 15.Who has the authority to suspend or revoke a real estate license in Washington?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The designated broker of a real estate firm
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  16. 16.What is the result of a real estate licensee violating the rules and regulations in Washington?
    (A)The licensee will receive a warning letter
    (B)The licensee will be required to complete additional education
    (C)The licensee will be required to pay a fine
    (D)The licensee will be subject to disciplinary action, including suspension or revocation of their license
  17. 17.What is the role of the Washington Real Estate Commission in regards to investigations and audits of real estate licensees?
    (A)To conduct investigations and audits
    (B)To regulate real estate education providers
    (C)To provide education to real estate licensees on investigation and audit procedures
    (D)To advise the Director of the Department of Licensing on investigation and audit results
  18. 18.What is the consequence of a real estate broker violating the rules of the Department of Licensing?
    (A)The broker's license may be suspended or revoked
    (B)The broker will be required to pay a fine
    (C)The broker's license will be automatically revoked
    (D)The broker will be exempt from future audits
  19. 19.Who has the authority to conduct investigations and audits of real estate licensees?
    (A)The Washington Real Estate Commission
    (B)The Managing Broker
    (C)The Real Estate Research Center
    (D)The Director of the Department of Licensing
  20. 20.What happens to a real estate broker's license if they are found to have committed a violation of Washington state real estate laws or rules?
    (A)The broker may be subject to disciplinary sanctions, including suspension or revocation
    (B)The license is suspended for a minimum of 30 days
    (C)The license is automatically revoked
    (D)The broker is required to complete additional education

Answer key & explanations

  1. 1. A — The Washington Real Estate Commission advises the Director of the Department of Licensing on matters related to real estate licensing and regulation.
  2. 2. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing is responsible for conducting investigations and audits of real estate firms in Washington state.
  3. 3. D — If a real estate licensee is found to have committed a violation, their license may be subject to disciplinary sanctions, including suspension, revocation, or fines.
  4. 4. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing is responsible for regulating and disciplining real estate licensees in Washington state.
  5. 5. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing, or their designee, conducts investigations into alleged violations of Washington real estate regulations.
  6. 6. A — A designated broker is a real estate broker who is responsible for supervising other brokers and is designated by the real estate firm to be in charge.
  7. 7. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing has the authority to suspend or revoke a real estate broker's license in Washington state.
  8. 8. D — If a real estate broker successfully appeals a disciplinary action, the action will be overturned, and the broker's license will be reinstated or the fine will be reduced.
  9. 9. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing has the power to suspend or revoke a real estate license.
  10. 10. D — The Washington Real Estate Commission advises the Director of the Department of Licensing on real estate matters, including the regulation of real estate brokers.
  11. 11. D — A real estate broker can request a hearing with the Director of the Department of Licensing to appeal a decision regarding their license.
  12. 12. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing heads the Washington State Department of Licensing.
  13. 13. A — An applicant for a real estate broker license must complete 60 hours of real estate fundamentals and 30 hours of real estate practices.
  14. 14. A — A real estate broker who has their license revoked may apply for reinstatement after a specified period of time.
  15. 15. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing has the authority to suspend or revoke a real estate license in Washington.
  16. 16. D — A real estate licensee who violates the rules and regulations in Washington may be subject to disciplinary action, including suspension or revocation of their license.
  17. 17. D — The Washington Real Estate Commission advises the Director of the Department of Licensing on investigation and audit results.
  18. 18. A — A real estate broker who violates the rules of the Department of Licensing may face disciplinary action, including suspension or revocation of their license.
  19. 19. D — The Director of the Department of Licensing has the authority to conduct investigations and audits of real estate licensees.
  20. 20. A — The broker may be subject to disciplinary sanctions, including suspension or revocation, if they are found to have committed a violation of Washington state real estate laws or rules.

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