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Washington Licensing Requirements — 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
1.Can a broker transfer their licence to a different real estate firm in Washington state?
(A)Yes, at any time
(B)Yes, but only with the consent of the current firm
(C)No, a broker must reapply for a licence
(D)No, a broker must complete additional education
2.What is the total number of clock hours of pre-licence education required for a broker licence in Washington state?
(A)60
(B)75
(C)90
(D)120
3.What are the education requirements to become a real estate broker in Washington?
(A)60 clock hours of education
(B)180 clock hours of education
(C)120 clock hours of education
(D)90 clock hours of education
4.How many clock hours of pre-licence education are required to become a Washington state real estate broker?
(A)60 clock hours
(B)75 clock hours
(C)120 clock hours
(D)90 clock hours
5.What are the educational requirements to apply for a Washington state real estate broker licence?
(A)60 clock hours of education
(B)180 clock hours of education
(C)120 clock hours of education
(D)90 clock hours of education
6.What are the education requirements to obtain a Washington real estate broker licence?
(A)60 clock hours of Real Estate Fundamentals
(B)90 clock hours of Real Estate Practices
(C)120 clock hours of real estate courses
(D)60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals plus 30-hour Real Estate Practices
7.What is the total number of clock hours of education required for a Washington real estate broker licence?
(A)60 hours
(B)75 hours
(C)120 hours
(D)90 hours
8.What is the purpose of the fingerprinting and background check requirement for real estate broker licence applicants in Washington state?
(A)To verify the applicant's identity
(B)To verify the applicant's real estate experience
(C)To determine the applicant's credit score
(D)To check for any past criminal convictions
9.What are the education requirements to become a real estate broker in Washington state?
(A)60 clock hours of Real Estate Fundamentals
(B)180 clock hours of Real Estate Fundamentals and Practices
(C)120 clock hours of Real Estate Fundamentals and Practices
(D)90 clock hours of Real Estate Fundamentals and Practices
10.How many clock hours of pre-licence education are required to become a Washington real estate broker?
(A)60 clock hours
(B)180 clock hours
(C)120 clock hours
(D)90 clock hours
11.What type of licence is required for a person to engage in real estate activities such as selling, buying, and leasing properties in Washington state?
(A)Managing Broker licence
(B)Designated Broker licence
(C)Firm licence
(D)Broker licence
12.What is the continuing education requirement for a broker's first licence renewal in Washington?
(A)30-hour Advanced Practices course
(B)3-hour Core course
(C)No continuing education required
(D)30-hour Advanced Practices plus 3-hour Core course
13.What is the requirement for the first renewal of a Washington real estate broker licence?
(A)30-hour Advanced Practices course and 3-hour Core course
(B)60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and 30-hour Real Estate Practices course
(C)3-hour Core course only
(D)No continuing education required
14.What is the minimum education requirement to apply for a real estate broker licence in Washington state?
(A)High school diploma or equivalent
(B)Associate's degree
(C)Bachelor's degree
(D)Master's degree
15.What type of licence is required for an individual to engage in real estate brokerage activities in Washington state?
(A)Managing Broker licence
(B)Firm licence
(C)Designated Broker licence
(D)Broker licence
16.How many clock hours of pre-licence education are required to apply for a Washington state real estate broker licence?
(A)60 clock hours
(B)75 clock hours
(C)120 clock hours
(D)90 clock hours
17.How often must a Washington real estate broker licence be renewed?
(A)Every 2 years
(B)Every 3 years
(C)Every 4 years
(D)Every 5 years
18.What is the requirement for a broker's first licence renewal in terms of continuing education in Washington state?
(A)30-hour Advanced Practices course and 3-hour Core course
(B)60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course
(C)30-hour Real Estate Practices course
(D)No continuing education required
19.What is the difference between a broker licence and a managing broker licence in Washington?
(A)A managing broker licence is required to engage in real estate activities, while a broker licence is optional
(B)A broker licence is required to engage in real estate activities, while a managing broker licence is optional
(C)A broker licence is a higher-level licence that requires additional education and experience
(D)A managing broker licence is a higher-level licence that requires additional education and experience
20.What is the requirement for the first renewal of a Washington state real estate broker licence?
(A)30-hour Advanced Practices course
(B)3-hour Core course
(C)No continuing education required
(D)30-hour Advanced Practices course plus 3-hour Core course
Answer key & explanations
1. A — A broker can transfer their licence to a different firm in Washington state at any time.
2. C — The required education consists of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
3. D — To become a real estate broker in Washington, one must complete 90 clock hours of education, consisting of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
4. D — To become a Washington state real estate broker, 90 clock hours of pre-licence education are required, consisting of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
5. D — The educational requirements to apply for a Washington state real estate broker licence are 90 clock hours of education, which includes a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
6. D — The required education is 60 hours of Real Estate Fundamentals and 30 hours of Real Estate Practices, for a total of 90 clock hours.
7. D — The total number of clock hours required is 90, consisting of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
8. D — The fingerprinting and background check requirement is to check for any past criminal convictions and ensure the applicant is suitable to hold a real estate broker licence.
9. D — To become a real estate broker in Washington state, one must complete 90 clock hours of education, consisting of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
10. D — Washington requires 90 clock hours of pre-licence education, consisting of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course.
11. D — A Broker licence is required for a person to engage in real estate activities such as selling, buying, and leasing properties in Washington state.
12. D — For their first renewal, brokers must complete a 30-hour Advanced Practices course and a 3-hour Core course.
13. A — For the first renewal of a Washington real estate broker licence, the broker must complete a 30-hour Advanced Practices course and a 3-hour Core course.
14. A — The minimum education requirement to apply for a real estate broker licence in Washington state is a high school diploma or equivalent.
15. D — A Broker licence is the entry-level licence required for an individual to engage in real estate brokerage activities in Washington state.
16. D — The required pre-licence education consists of a 60-hour Real Estate Fundamentals course and a 30-hour Real Estate Practices course, totaling 90 clock hours.
17. A — A Washington real estate broker licence must be renewed every 2 years.
18. A — For a broker's first licence renewal in Washington state, the continuing education requirement includes a 30-hour Advanced Practices course and a 3-hour Core course.
19. D — A managing broker licence is a higher-level licence that requires additional education and experience, and is not required for all real estate professionals in Washington.
20. D — The first renewal of a Washington state real estate broker licence requires completion of a 30-hour Advanced Practices course plus a 3-hour Core course.
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