THE DEFINITIVE NEVADA FUNERAL
ARRANGER EXAM PREPARATION
GUIDE: 2026 EDITION WITH EXPERT-
REVIEWED QUESTIONS, ANSWERS,
AND DETAILED RATIONALES FOR
LICENSING SUCCESS
Questions 1-60: Fundamentals and Licensing
1. What is the purpose of a combination funeral establishment in
Nevada?
A. To offer both burial and cremation services under one license
B. To provide pre-need and at-need services exclusively
C. To combine mortuary and cemetery operations at one location
D. To specialize in international transportation of remains
Answer: C. To combine mortuary and cemetery operations at one
location
Rationale: A combination funeral establishment integrates mortuary and
cemetery services, offering families a convenient, all-in-one location for
their needs .
,2. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a Nevada
funeral arranger's license?
A. Passing the state-specific exam
B. Submitting fingerprints for a background check
C. Completing a degree in mortuary science
D. Paying the application fee
Answer: C. Completing a degree in mortuary science
Rationale: While a degree in mortuary science is required for funeral
directors and embalmers, funeral arrangers in Nevada do not need this
degree. They must pass the state exam, undergo a background check, and
pay the necessary fees .
3. What are the qualifications to become a Nevada funeral arranger?
A. 21+ years with business degree
B. 18+ years with good moral standing and passing the exam
C. 25+ years with mortuary science degree
D. 18+ years with embalming apprenticeship
Answer: B. 18+ years with good moral standing and passing the exam
Rationale: Funeral arrangers must be at least 18 years old with good moral
standing and pass a test on funeral law and regulations, local health rules,
and federal regulations .
4. What is the composition of the Nevada Funeral and Cemetery
Board?
A. All members must be licensed funeral directors
B. Two active directors or embalmers, one crematory operator, one
cemetery operator, and three public members
,C. Only cemetery operators
D. Appointed by the governor with no specific requirements
Answer: B. Two active directors or embalmers, one crematory
operator, one cemetery operator, and three public members
Rationale: The Board consists of two active directors or embalmers, one
active crematory operator, one cemetery or direct cremation facility
operator, and three people not affiliated with the funeral business .
5. How often does the Nevada Funeral Board meet?
A. Monthly
B. Every quarter
C. Annually
D. Biannually
Answer: B. Every quarter
Rationale: The Funeral Board must meet every quarter, with 4 members
constituting a quorum .
6. How often do inspections of funeral premises take place in Nevada?
A. Annually
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
Answer: B. Every 2 years
Rationale: Inspections of premises must occur every 2 years to ensure
compliance with state regulations .
, 7. What functions may only be performed by a licensed funeral
arranger, funeral director, or embalmer?
A. Selling cemetery plots
B. Selling or offering to sell at-need funeral services, embalming, cremation,
or other disposition services
C. Conducting memorial services only
D. Handling insurance claims
Answer: B. Selling or offering to sell at-need funeral services,
embalming, cremation, or other disposition services
Rationale: Only licensed professionals may sell or offer to sell at-need
funeral services and related disposition services, plan arrangements with
families, and negotiate financial arrangements for at-need services .
8. What is considered "at-need" in Nevada funeral regulations?
A. Services planned years in advance
B. At the time goods or services are needed
C. Services for veterans only
D. Pre-arranged services
Answer: B. At the time goods or services are needed
Rationale: "At-need" is defined as at the time the goods or services are
needed, distinguishing it from pre-need arrangements .
9. What is the regulatory fee charged when a funeral service
agreement is executed?
A. $5
B. $10
ARRANGER EXAM PREPARATION
GUIDE: 2026 EDITION WITH EXPERT-
REVIEWED QUESTIONS, ANSWERS,
AND DETAILED RATIONALES FOR
LICENSING SUCCESS
Questions 1-60: Fundamentals and Licensing
1. What is the purpose of a combination funeral establishment in
Nevada?
A. To offer both burial and cremation services under one license
B. To provide pre-need and at-need services exclusively
C. To combine mortuary and cemetery operations at one location
D. To specialize in international transportation of remains
Answer: C. To combine mortuary and cemetery operations at one
location
Rationale: A combination funeral establishment integrates mortuary and
cemetery services, offering families a convenient, all-in-one location for
their needs .
,2. Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a Nevada
funeral arranger's license?
A. Passing the state-specific exam
B. Submitting fingerprints for a background check
C. Completing a degree in mortuary science
D. Paying the application fee
Answer: C. Completing a degree in mortuary science
Rationale: While a degree in mortuary science is required for funeral
directors and embalmers, funeral arrangers in Nevada do not need this
degree. They must pass the state exam, undergo a background check, and
pay the necessary fees .
3. What are the qualifications to become a Nevada funeral arranger?
A. 21+ years with business degree
B. 18+ years with good moral standing and passing the exam
C. 25+ years with mortuary science degree
D. 18+ years with embalming apprenticeship
Answer: B. 18+ years with good moral standing and passing the exam
Rationale: Funeral arrangers must be at least 18 years old with good moral
standing and pass a test on funeral law and regulations, local health rules,
and federal regulations .
4. What is the composition of the Nevada Funeral and Cemetery
Board?
A. All members must be licensed funeral directors
B. Two active directors or embalmers, one crematory operator, one
cemetery operator, and three public members
,C. Only cemetery operators
D. Appointed by the governor with no specific requirements
Answer: B. Two active directors or embalmers, one crematory
operator, one cemetery operator, and three public members
Rationale: The Board consists of two active directors or embalmers, one
active crematory operator, one cemetery or direct cremation facility
operator, and three people not affiliated with the funeral business .
5. How often does the Nevada Funeral Board meet?
A. Monthly
B. Every quarter
C. Annually
D. Biannually
Answer: B. Every quarter
Rationale: The Funeral Board must meet every quarter, with 4 members
constituting a quorum .
6. How often do inspections of funeral premises take place in Nevada?
A. Annually
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
Answer: B. Every 2 years
Rationale: Inspections of premises must occur every 2 years to ensure
compliance with state regulations .
, 7. What functions may only be performed by a licensed funeral
arranger, funeral director, or embalmer?
A. Selling cemetery plots
B. Selling or offering to sell at-need funeral services, embalming, cremation,
or other disposition services
C. Conducting memorial services only
D. Handling insurance claims
Answer: B. Selling or offering to sell at-need funeral services,
embalming, cremation, or other disposition services
Rationale: Only licensed professionals may sell or offer to sell at-need
funeral services and related disposition services, plan arrangements with
families, and negotiate financial arrangements for at-need services .
8. What is considered "at-need" in Nevada funeral regulations?
A. Services planned years in advance
B. At the time goods or services are needed
C. Services for veterans only
D. Pre-arranged services
Answer: B. At the time goods or services are needed
Rationale: "At-need" is defined as at the time the goods or services are
needed, distinguishing it from pre-need arrangements .
9. What is the regulatory fee charged when a funeral service
agreement is executed?
A. $5
B. $10
