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SECTION 1: Real Estate Licensing & Law (Questions 1–20)
Question 1
In New York State, which entity is responsible for licensing real estate brokers and
salespersons?
A) New York State Department of State (DOS)
B) New York State Department of Financial Services
C) New York State Office of the Attorney General
D) New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal
E) New York State Real Estate Board
Answer: A) New York State Department of State (DOS)
Rationale: The New York State Department of State (DOS), Division of Licensing Services,
is responsible for licensing real estate brokers and salespersons in New York. They
administer the licensing exams, issue licenses, and enforce the laws governing real estate
licensees.
,Question 2
How many hours of approved pre-licensing education are required for a real estate broker
license in New York State?
A) 45 hours
B) 75 hours
C) 90 hours
D) 120 hours
E) 150 hours
Answer: D) 120 hours
Rationale: To qualify for a New York State real estate broker license, applicants must
complete 120 hours of approved pre-licensing education. This includes 90 hours of general
broker coursework plus 30 hours of New York State-specific coursework. A salesperson
only needs 75 hours.
Question 3
How many years of licensed real estate salesperson experience are required to qualify for a
broker license in New York State?
A) 1 year
B) 2 years
,C) 3 years
D) 5 years
E) No experience required
Answer: B) 2 years
Rationale: In New York State, an applicant for a real estate broker license must have at
least 2 years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) experience as a licensed real estate
salesperson within the 5 years immediately preceding the application.
Question 4
What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a real estate broker license in New York
State?
A) 18 years
B) 21 years
C) 25 years
D) 30 years
E) No minimum age requirement
Answer: A) 18 years
, Rationale: The minimum age to obtain a real estate broker license in New York State is 18
years. There is no maximum age limit. The applicant must also be a legal resident of the
United States.
Question 5
How often must a real estate broker license be renewed in New York State?
A) Annually
B) Every 2 years
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 4 years
E) Every 5 years
Answer: B) Every 2 years
Rationale: New York State real estate broker licenses must be renewed every 2 years.
Continuing education requirements must be met prior to renewal. The license expires on the
licensee's birthday in the second year following issuance.