The Series 7 exam at a glance
FINRA Series 7: General Securities Representative. 125 scored questions, 225 minutes, and you need a 72 to pass.
| Section | Questions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Seeks business for the broker-dealer | 9 | 7% |
| Opens accounts and evaluates customers | 11 | 9% |
| Investments, suitable recommendations and records | 91 | 73% |
| Processes and confirms transactions | 14 | 11% |
Investments, suitable recommendations and records is 73% of the exam, so it's where most of your study time should go.
Questions people ask
How many questions are on the Series 7?
The Series 7 has 125 scored questions.
How long is the Series 7?
You get 225 minutes, which is 3 hours and 45 minutes.
What score do you need to pass the Series 7?
You need a score of 72 to pass.
How much does the Series 7 cost?
The exam fee is $395.
What is on the Series 7?
The questions come from 4 sections: Seeks business for the broker-dealer (9 questions); Opens accounts and evaluates customers (11 questions); Investments, suitable recommendations and records (91 questions); Processes and confirms transactions (14 questions).