Washington Preneed Funeral
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1. What is a preneed funeral contract?
A. A contract signed after death
B. A contract for cemetery plots only
C. A contract for funeral goods and services made before death
D. A contract for insurance only
Preneed contracts are agreements made in advance for funeral
goods/services prior to death.
2. Who regulates preneed funeral sales in Washington State?
A. Federal Trade Commission
B. Washington State Funeral and Cemetery Board
C. Department of Health only
D. Insurance Commissioner only
, The Washington State Funeral and Cemetery Board oversees
licensing and compliance.
3. What is required before selling preneed funeral arrangements?
A. A medical license
B. A valid preneed funeral salesperson license
C. A real estate license
D. A banking certificate
Licensure ensures the salesperson meets legal and ethical standards.
4. Which document outlines the terms of a preneed contract?
A. Death certificate
B. Embalming report
C. Preneed contract agreement
D. Cremation permit
The preneed contract contains all agreed-upon terms and conditions.
5. What is the primary purpose of preneed funeral planning?
A. Increase funeral costs
B. Allow individuals to plan and pay in advance
C. Avoid legal documentation
D. Replace wills
Preneed planning helps individuals prepare financially and
logistically.
6. Which funding method involves insurance?
A. Trust account
, B. Preneed insurance policy
C. Cash deposit
D. Installment agreement
Insurance-funded preneed contracts use life insurance policies.
7. What must be disclosed to the buyer in a preneed contract?
A. Employee salaries
B. All costs, terms, and conditions
C. Competitor pricing
D. Tax returns
Full disclosure ensures transparency and consumer protection.
8. What happens if a preneed contract is revocable?
A. It cannot be changed
B. It expires immediately
C. The purchaser can cancel under certain conditions
D. It transfers automatically
Revocable contracts allow cancellation or modification.
9. What is an irrevocable preneed contract?
A. A contract with no payment
B. A contract that cannot be canceled or changed
C. A temporary agreement
D. A verbal agreement
Irrevocable contracts are binding and often used for Medicaid
eligibility.
Salesperson Licensing Exam Practice
Questions And Correct Answers
(Verified Answers) Plus Rationales 2026
Q&A | Instant Download Pdf
1. What is a preneed funeral contract?
A. A contract signed after death
B. A contract for cemetery plots only
C. A contract for funeral goods and services made before death
D. A contract for insurance only
Preneed contracts are agreements made in advance for funeral
goods/services prior to death.
2. Who regulates preneed funeral sales in Washington State?
A. Federal Trade Commission
B. Washington State Funeral and Cemetery Board
C. Department of Health only
D. Insurance Commissioner only
, The Washington State Funeral and Cemetery Board oversees
licensing and compliance.
3. What is required before selling preneed funeral arrangements?
A. A medical license
B. A valid preneed funeral salesperson license
C. A real estate license
D. A banking certificate
Licensure ensures the salesperson meets legal and ethical standards.
4. Which document outlines the terms of a preneed contract?
A. Death certificate
B. Embalming report
C. Preneed contract agreement
D. Cremation permit
The preneed contract contains all agreed-upon terms and conditions.
5. What is the primary purpose of preneed funeral planning?
A. Increase funeral costs
B. Allow individuals to plan and pay in advance
C. Avoid legal documentation
D. Replace wills
Preneed planning helps individuals prepare financially and
logistically.
6. Which funding method involves insurance?
A. Trust account
, B. Preneed insurance policy
C. Cash deposit
D. Installment agreement
Insurance-funded preneed contracts use life insurance policies.
7. What must be disclosed to the buyer in a preneed contract?
A. Employee salaries
B. All costs, terms, and conditions
C. Competitor pricing
D. Tax returns
Full disclosure ensures transparency and consumer protection.
8. What happens if a preneed contract is revocable?
A. It cannot be changed
B. It expires immediately
C. The purchaser can cancel under certain conditions
D. It transfers automatically
Revocable contracts allow cancellation or modification.
9. What is an irrevocable preneed contract?
A. A contract with no payment
B. A contract that cannot be canceled or changed
C. A temporary agreement
D. A verbal agreement
Irrevocable contracts are binding and often used for Medicaid
eligibility.
