Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Exam (Massachusetts-Real-Estate-Salesperson) Free Practice Test

Question 1

In Massachusetts, which of the following statements about smoke detectors prior to closing is always correct?

A. Smoke detectors are optional in single-family houses.

B. A smoke detector certificate must be obtained from the local fire department.

C. All single-family residences must have hard-wired smoke detectors.

D. A three-family residence can have either battery-operated or hard-wired smoke detectors.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2

Which of the following is among the typical responsibilities of a residential property manager?

A. selecting tenants to provide a diverse environment

B. making decisions about structural changes that will enhance the property value

C. requesting that the tenant's employer withhold the past due rent from wages

D. negotiating leases between the property owner and potential tenants

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3

A broker has been engaged to locate a property for a buyer. The broker has determined that a suitable property for the buyer is for sale and is owned by the broker's cousin. The broker has not informed the buyer of the broker's relationship with the owner. If the buyer purchases the property under these circumstances, the broker is

A. Not violating the license law because the broker in this situation has no duty of disclosure.

B. Not violating the license law because a relative's interest is an exception to the fiduciary duty rule.

C. Violating the license law because it is illegal to purchase family property for a principal.

D. Violating the license law because a relative's interest shall be made known to all parties.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4

Under an option to buy, the ownership of land will change when the

A. specified time has expired.

B. optionor does not fulfill the obligation.

C. option is signed by the parties.

D. optionee exercises the option.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 5

The Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act (M.G.L. c. 93A)

A. Protects homeowners who sell their homes without a broker.

B. Prohibits use of only deceptive practices in landlord-tenant law.

C. Protects tenants from personal property disputes.

D. Prohibits use of unfair and deceptive practices in business.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6

What is the difference between a license to use property and an easement?

A. There must be consideration paid for a license.

B. There must be consideration paid for an easement.

C. A license can be cancelled by the issuer.

D. An easement can be cancelled by the issuer.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7

Which of the following types of agreements applies when the seller retains the right to sell?

A. MLS Listing

B. Net Listing

C. Exclusive Agency Listing

D. Exclusive Right to Sell Listing

Correct Answer: C

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