Is the Series 7 Exam Difficult? Clocking in at 125 questions to be answered in three hours and 45 minutes, the Series 7 exam is considered the most difficult of all the securities licensing exams. The minimum passing score is 72, which may not seem that difficult.
How long should you study for Series 7 top-off?
- 75–100 hours (5–7 weeks while working full-time)
- Plan to complete: At least 1,000 online practice questions. Two diagnostic exams and two suitability exams.
How many questions is Series 7 top-off?
The new Series 7 top-off exam will consist of 125 multiple choice questions, allow the candidate 225 minutes to complete the exam, and will be scored using equating.
How do you pass the Series 7 top-off?
- Strategy 1: Make a Study Plan.
- Strategy 2: Set a Routine Early.
- Strategy 3: Focus on Learning Concepts.
- Strategy 4: Use Practice Questions to Measure and Improve Comprehension.
- Strategy 5: Take Series 7 Practice Exams.
- Strategy 6: Stay Calm on Exam Day.
What is the pass rate for the Series 7 top off exam?
The Series 7 is one of the more lengthy and intensive exams administered by FINRA. The average passing ratio of students taking the Series 7 exam is approximately 65%.
How many questions can you get wrong on the Series 7?
A passing score on the Series 7 test is 72%, meaning you must get at least 90 questions (out of 125) correct. Because you'll be taking the exam on a computer, you'll get your results right after you complete the test and will be told instantly whether you passed or failed.Jan 2, 2020
Did the Series 7 get easier?
Like all exams, the test becomes easier the more you do to prepare for it. The general consensus is that the Series 7 is less comprehensive, and therefore slightly easier to pass, than the CFA exams, but only 65% successfully make it through the Series 7 on their first time, so the pressure is on.
How many questions do you need to get right on Series 7?
You'll need to get at least a 72% (90 questions correct) on the Series 7 test to pass.Jan 2, 2020