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TEXAS MPJE EXAM WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS DETAILED
RATIONALES GRADED A+
Texas MPJE (Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination)
SECTION 1: TEXAS PHARMACY ACT & TSBP STRUCTURE (Questions 1–25)
Question 1. Under the Texas Pharmacy Act, how many members constitute the Texas State
Board of Pharmacy?
A) 7 members
B) 9 members
C) 11 members
D) 13 members
Answer: C
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §551.051 establishes that the TSBP consists of 11 members
appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate: seven pharmacists, one
pharmacy technician, and three public members.
Question 2. How long is a term for a TSBP board member?
A) 2 years
B) 4 years
C) 6 years
D) 8 years
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Answer: C
Rationale: Board members serve staggered 6-year terms, appointed by the Governor, ensuring
continuity in board operations.
Question 3. Which act primarily regulates the practice of pharmacy in Texas?
A) Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
B) Texas Pharmacy Act
C) Texas Medical Practice Act
D) DEA Registration Act
Answer: B
Rationale: The Texas Pharmacy Act (Texas Occupations Code, Chapters 551–569) outlines the
laws governing pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmacy technicians in Texas.
Question 4. Which entity is responsible for licensing pharmacists and pharmacies in Texas?
A) Texas Medical Board
B) Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP)
C) Texas Department of Health
D) U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
Answer: B
Rationale: The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) is the regulatory agency for pharmacists,
pharmacies, and pharmacy technicians in Texas.
Question 5. Which of the following activities requires a pharmacist license in Texas?
A) Counseling patients
B) Preparing and dispensing medications
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C) Supervising technicians
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Rationale: All listed activities fall under the definition of pharmacy practice and require a
pharmacist license in Texas.
Question 6. The renewal period for a Texas pharmacist license is:
A) Annually
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: B
Rationale: Pharmacists must renew biennially with continuing education (CE) compliance.
Question 7. How many CE hours are required per renewal period for a Texas pharmacist?
A) 15 hours
B) 20 hours
C) 30 hours
D) 40 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: At least 30 CE hours every 2 years, including specific requirements for law and opioid
CE.
Question 8. How many CE hours in Texas must be specific to Texas pharmacy laws each renewal
cycle?
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A) 1 hour
B) 2 hours
C) 3 hours
D) 4 hours
Answer: B
Rationale: Texas requires at least 2 CE hours specific to Texas pharmacy laws each renewal cycle.
Question 9. What is the minimum passing score on the Texas MPJE?
A) 65
B) 70
C) 75
D) 80
Answer: C
Rationale: A minimum score of 75 is required to pass the Texas MPJE.
Question 10. How many internship hours must a pharmacist complete in Texas (unless waived
by licensure in another state)?
A) 500 hours
B) 1,000 hours
C) 1,500 hours
D) 2,000 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: Applicants must complete 1,500 hours of Board-approved internship, waived upon
receipt of current licensure and good standing in another U.S. state.
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TEXAS MPJE EXAM WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS DETAILED
RATIONALES GRADED A+
Texas MPJE (Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination)
SECTION 1: TEXAS PHARMACY ACT & TSBP STRUCTURE (Questions 1–25)
Question 1. Under the Texas Pharmacy Act, how many members constitute the Texas State
Board of Pharmacy?
A) 7 members
B) 9 members
C) 11 members
D) 13 members
Answer: C
Rationale: Texas Occupations Code §551.051 establishes that the TSBP consists of 11 members
appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate: seven pharmacists, one
pharmacy technician, and three public members.
Question 2. How long is a term for a TSBP board member?
A) 2 years
B) 4 years
C) 6 years
D) 8 years
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Answer: C
Rationale: Board members serve staggered 6-year terms, appointed by the Governor, ensuring
continuity in board operations.
Question 3. Which act primarily regulates the practice of pharmacy in Texas?
A) Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
B) Texas Pharmacy Act
C) Texas Medical Practice Act
D) DEA Registration Act
Answer: B
Rationale: The Texas Pharmacy Act (Texas Occupations Code, Chapters 551–569) outlines the
laws governing pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmacy technicians in Texas.
Question 4. Which entity is responsible for licensing pharmacists and pharmacies in Texas?
A) Texas Medical Board
B) Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP)
C) Texas Department of Health
D) U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration
Answer: B
Rationale: The Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) is the regulatory agency for pharmacists,
pharmacies, and pharmacy technicians in Texas.
Question 5. Which of the following activities requires a pharmacist license in Texas?
A) Counseling patients
B) Preparing and dispensing medications
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C) Supervising technicians
D) All of the above
Answer: D
Rationale: All listed activities fall under the definition of pharmacy practice and require a
pharmacist license in Texas.
Question 6. The renewal period for a Texas pharmacist license is:
A) Annually
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Answer: B
Rationale: Pharmacists must renew biennially with continuing education (CE) compliance.
Question 7. How many CE hours are required per renewal period for a Texas pharmacist?
A) 15 hours
B) 20 hours
C) 30 hours
D) 40 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: At least 30 CE hours every 2 years, including specific requirements for law and opioid
CE.
Question 8. How many CE hours in Texas must be specific to Texas pharmacy laws each renewal
cycle?
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A) 1 hour
B) 2 hours
C) 3 hours
D) 4 hours
Answer: B
Rationale: Texas requires at least 2 CE hours specific to Texas pharmacy laws each renewal cycle.
Question 9. What is the minimum passing score on the Texas MPJE?
A) 65
B) 70
C) 75
D) 80
Answer: C
Rationale: A minimum score of 75 is required to pass the Texas MPJE.
Question 10. How many internship hours must a pharmacist complete in Texas (unless waived
by licensure in another state)?
A) 500 hours
B) 1,000 hours
C) 1,500 hours
D) 2,000 hours
Answer: C
Rationale: Applicants must complete 1,500 hours of Board-approved internship, waived upon
receipt of current licensure and good standing in another U.S. state.
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