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Section 1: Licensing, Regulation & Professional Practice
1. Which organization is responsible for licensing and regulating real estate
professionals in Nova Scotia?
A. Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR)
B. Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission (NSREC)
C. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
D. Nova Scotia Department of Finance
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The NSREC is the provincial regulatory body responsible for
licensing and regulating real estate persons and brokerages in Nova
Scotia. NSAR is the professional association that administers education .
2. Which organization administers the Nova Scotia Salesperson Licensing
Course (SLC)?
,A. NSREC
B. NSAR
C. CREA
D. Service Nova Scotia
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Salesperson Licensing Course is administered by the Nova
Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR), while NSREC establishes
licensing requirements and administers the licensing examination .
3. What is the minimum passing score for the NSREC salesperson
licensing exam?
A. 60%
B. 65%
C. 70%
D. 70.4%
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The NSREC stipulates a specific passing grade of 70.4% for the
Salesperson Licensing Examination, which equates to a raw score of 33/47
.
4. How many attempts are permitted for the Salesperson Licensing
Examination?
A. One
,B. Two
C. Three
D. Unlimited within one year
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Candidates are allowed a maximum of two examination
attempts. If unsuccessful on both attempts, re-entry requirements must be
followed before retaking the licensing course .
5. After passing the licensing exam, how long does a candidate have to
apply for their licence?
A. 30 days
B. 90 days
C. 180 days
D. 365 days
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Students who successfully pass the exam must apply for their
licence within 180 days (6 months) of the exam date .
6. What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a salesperson licence
in Nova Scotia?
A. 16 years old
B. 18 years old
, C. 19 years old
D. 21 years old
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Applicants must be a minimum of 19 years of age to be eligible
for a real estate salesperson licence in Nova Scotia .
7. What is the primary function of the Nova Scotia Real Estate
Commission?
A. To advocate for real estate professionals
B. To protect the public interest by regulating the real estate industry
C. To provide sales training and continuing education
D. To set commission rates for real estate transactions
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: As the regulator, the primary function of the NSREC is to protect
the public interest through licensing professionals, enforcing rules, and
investigating complaints .
8. Which document is NOT a standard requirement for a first-time licensing
application in Nova Scotia?
A. A criminal record check issued within the last 6 months
B. Proof of high school completion
C. A signed employment contract from a brokerage