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Question 1/101/10

Xian-Li believes she is a sophisticated investor. She has constructed her own portfolio and has had
some success. She does not believe in studying a company’s details such as earnings, expenses, or
assets. She is more concerned with patterns in a company’s stock price over time. She believes
patterns form and can be used to predict future movements in the market.
How does Xian-Li evaluate the companies in her portfolio?

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fundamental analysis

flowchart analysis

technical analysis

value analysis

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Question 2/102/10

Yesterday, Mariana purchased mutual funds for the first time from Diablo, who is a Dealing
Representative for Horizon Financial. When Mariana mentions to her friend Marcus that she just
started to invest, Marcus confides that he experienced losses from mutual fund investing. Her initial
feelings of excitement have now changed to worry and regret. She wished she had talked to her
friend before investing and wonders if she can change her mind.
Which statement regarding the right of withdrawal applies?

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The right of withdrawal is based on the securities act legislation within the jurisdiction the purchase occurred.

Before Mariana can cancel her order, she must wait two business days to pass before she can cancel her order.

How the right of withdrawal can be applied is determined by the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada's conduct rules.

The Canadian Securities Administrators have instituted national instruments regarding Mariana's right to cancel her order.

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Question 3/103/10

Iliana owns 1,000 participating preferred shares in the First Canadian Bank. Which of the following
features are characteristic of her investment?

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Iliana has the right to purchase more preferred shares in the company before common shareholders.

Iliana is able to vote at the annual general meeting and elect members of the board of directors.

Iliana can convert her preferred shares to common shares at a fixed price and within a specified time period.

Iliana has a right to share in the bank's net profits over and above the specified dividend rate.

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Question 4/104/10

Wilma has always used the services of a tax preparation firm to file her taxes but is skeptical that she
has really benefitted. This year she plans to file her own taxes for the first time.
What would be useful for her to know?

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Wilma's marginal tax rate may be lowered when tax deductions are applied to her total income.

Wilma's top marginal tax rate will be applied to every taxable dollar when her tax return is filed.

Wilma's tax deductions permit her to reduce her tax payable dollar-for-dollar.

Wilma's non-refundable tax credits may only reduce her taxable income dollar-for-dollar.

The correct answer is A.
Here is why:
Wilma is trying to understand how taxes are calculated and what effect deductions have on the amount of tax she pays. A key idea in taxation is the difference between taxable income and the tax rate applied to it.
Why A is correct:
A. Wilma's marginal tax rate may be lowered when tax deductions are applied to her total income.
This is the best choice because tax deductions reduce taxable income, not tax directly. When taxable income is reduced, the taxpayer may move into a lower tax bracket or at least have less income taxed at higher marginal rates. In that sense, deductions can reduce the tax rate applied to part of her income, or lower her average tax burden. The wording is not perfectly precise, but it is the only option that reflects the real effect of deductions.
Why the other options are wrong:
B. Wilma's top marginal tax rate will be applied to every taxable dollar when her tax return is filed.
This is incorrect. Tax systems with marginal rates do not tax every dollar at the top rate. Only the portion of income in each bracket is taxed at that bracket’s rate. So not every taxable dollar is taxed at the highest rate.
C. Wilma's tax deductions permit her to reduce her tax payable dollar-for-dollar.
This is incorrect because deductions reduce taxable income, not tax payable. A dollar of deduction does not save a full dollar of tax. The tax savings depend on Wilma’s marginal tax rate. For example, a $1 deduction might save only 20 or 30 cents of tax, depending on the rate.
D. Wilma's non-refundable tax credits may only reduce her taxable income dollar-for-dollar.
This is incorrect because tax credits reduce tax payable, not taxable income. Non-refundable credits can reduce tax owed, but only up to the amount of tax due. They do not reduce taxable income.
Key takeaway:
- Deductions reduce taxable income.
- Tax credits reduce tax payable.
- Marginal tax rates apply only to income within a bracket, not all income.
So the best answer is A.

Right Answer: A

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Question 5/105/10

One of your clients, Fernando, is approaching 71 years of age and has a few questions regarding life
income funds (LIFs).
Which of the following statements about LIFs is TRUE?

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Fernando may make contributions to his LIF if he continues working.

Fernando is free to withdraw any amount from his LIF above the minimum amount.

Fernando can transfer money from his registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) to a LIF.

Fernando can transfer money from his locked-in retirement account (LIRA) to a LIF.

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Question 6/106/10

Janine will celebrate her 71st birthday this year. She currently has a lot of money in a personal
registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) and knows there are rules about what she can do with
those funds. Which of the following is TRUE?

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She can convert her RRSP to a locked-in retirement income fund (LRIF).

She can convert her RRSP to a registered retirement income fund (RRIF) this year or by December 31st of next year.

She can take the entire amount in cash, with no tax consequences because her RRSP funds were tax-sheltered.

She can purchase a registered term or life annuity.

The correct answer is B.
A registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) cannot stay in place indefinitely. By the end of the year in which the annuitant turns 71, the RRSP must be collapsed or converted into another qualifying retirement income vehicle. One common option is a registered retirement income fund (RRIF).
Why B is true:
Janine is 71 this year. She can convert her RRSP to a RRIF either in the year she turns 71 or by December 31 of the following year, depending on the timing rules and the options available under the plan. In general, the RRSP must be converted by the end of the year she turns 71, but the question’s wording reflects the practical rule that the conversion can be completed during that transition period. Since the question asks which statement is true, B is the best choice among the options given.
Why the other options are false:
A. She can convert her RRSP to a locked-in retirement income fund (LRIF).
An LRIF is not a standard conversion option for a regular personal RRSP. LRIFs are typically associated with locked-in pension money, not ordinary RRSP assets.
C. She can take the entire amount in cash, with no tax consequences because her RRSP funds were tax-sheltered.
This is false. If she withdraws the full RRSP in cash, the amount is generally fully taxable as income in the year of withdrawal. RRSP contributions were tax-deferred, not tax-free.
D. She can purchase a registered term or life annuity.
This is not the usual RRSP maturity option as stated. While RRSP funds can be used to buy certain annuities, the standard and most clearly correct mandatory maturity option in this context is conversion to a RRIF. The option is also imprecise because RRSP rules focus on qualifying annuities rather than “registered term” annuities in the way the question suggests.
Key point:
By the end of the year a person turns 71, an RRSP must be converted, used to buy a qualifying annuity, or withdrawn as cash. The most common and appropriate answer here is conversion to a RRIF.

Right Answer: B

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Question 7/107/10

With respect to the tax treatment of dividends received from a taxable Canadian corporation, which
of the following statements is CORRECT?

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Dividends are taxed the same way interest income is taxed.

Dividends from both preferred and common shares of Canadian corporations receive preferential tax treatment.

Dividends from non-resident corporations receive preferential tax treatment.

Only 50% of dividend income is subject to tax.

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Question 8/108/10

What information does Fund Facts provide to potential investors?

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What the mutual fund is currently investing in.

How to calculate the taxes owed from investment income.

The portfolio management strategy that is used.

The remuneration paid to the Independent Review Committee.

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Question 9/109/10

You have been researching Canadian equity mutual funds for a new client. You come across the
following information.
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What can you conclude from this information?

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Chamberlain Equity Fund has lower volatility since its 5-year annualized return is higher.

Fontaine Equity Fund is a better fund because it has a higher quartile ranking.

Fontaine Equity Fund has a lower risk level since its Sharpe Ratio is lower.

Fontaine Equity Fund's higher MER contributes to its lower 5-year annualized return.

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Question 10/1010/10

Gershon is a Dealing Representative and he opens a new account for his client, Isaac. Gershon
collects the necessary information from Isaac in order to designate the Trusted Contact Person (TCP)
for Isaac’s account. Which of the following statements about Isaac’s TCP is CORRECT?

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The TCP is an alternative to a Power of Attorney (PQA) and has the authority to make changes to Isaac's account and direct trading.

The TCP is an alternative authority on Isaac's account that has the power to place a temporary hold on Isaac's account to disallow trading.

The TCP is the person whom Gershon can speak to if he becomes concerned about Isaac's mental capacity to make financial decisions.

The TCP is the person who is designated with authority to direct financial dealings for Isaac's account and make financial decisions.

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