Question

An agent of a broker-dealer is opening a new client account. The agent has completed the new account application and the suitability determination. The customer has an investment objective of safety of principal and income. The agent makes an initial recommendation of a conservative blue chip stock with a track record of paying a consistent cash dividend. The customer accepts the recommendation. When must the commission charged on the transaction be disclosed to the customer?A. At the time that the order is placedB. At the time when the order is filledC. At the time when the account is openingD. On the confirmation of the transaction

Answer 1

Answer:

option D. On the confirmation of the transaction

Explanation:

in business transaction, there is no rule or requirement  for disclosure of the  commission charged to customers at the time of the trade or at the time of account opening. it is only after the confirmation of the transaction  can it be disclosed. that is,  the only requirement is that the commission be disclosed on the trade confirmation. Also remember that any commission charged must be "fair and reasonable."