Maine Real Estate License Practice Exam PART 1 questions with correct answers

Section 1 - Maine Real Estate Commission (2) The primary function of the Maine Real Estate Commission is? A. Enforce the rules and regulations by holding hearings on complaints B. Issue real estate licenses to qualified candidates C.. Promote public confidence in the real estate industry D. Oversee audits and continuing education of practicing licensees CORRECT ANSWER C. Promote public confidence in the real estate industry The industry members on the Maine Real Estate Commission are: a. Citizens with no connection to the real estate business b. The director of the real estate commission and three legislators c. Designated brokers from four different counties d. Licensees who have held a broker or associate broker license for a minimum of five years CORRECT ANSWER D. Licensees who have held a broker or associate broker license for a minimum of five years The Maine Real Estate Commission has the power to: a. Suspend or revoke a real estate license b. Impose a criminal penalty of up to $10,000 and one year in jail c. Do nothing, all penalties must be decided in court d. Set fees of any amount CORRECT ANSWER a. Suspend or revoke a real estate license