Series 79 (FINRA Series 79 — Investment Banking Representative) — Free Online Mock Test
Reduced-scope rep license for IB analysts (full exam 75 MCQ). Securities offerings, M&A, financial restructuring. Practice set. · Official language: English.
Advanced
United States
Finance & Professional
25 questions
60 min
50 distinct variants
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Series 79 exam at a glance
Series 79 section breakdown
The Series 79 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
Series 79 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: Series 79 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Series 79 (pass scaled).
How Series 79 is conducted
Mode
Proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow (face detection, room scan, fullscreen lock, tab-switch detection).
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
Series 79 time strategy
With 25 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 144 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
Series 79 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of Series 79, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Series 79 (25 Q)
- Series 79 — M&A · 6
- Series 79 — Underwriting · 4
- Series 79 — Securities Offerings · 4
- Series 79 — Valuation · 4
- Series 79 — Due Diligence · 2
- Series 79 — IPOs · 2
- Series 79 — Scope · 1
- Series 79 — Compliance · 1
Sample Series 79 questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge Series 79 bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Series 79 (25 Q) · Series 79 — M&A
Q1. An accretive acquisition is one that:
Why: Correct answer: D — Increases the acquirer’s earnings per share. Topic: Series 79 — M&A.
Series 79 (25 Q) · Series 79 — Due Diligence
Q2. A "comfort letter" in an offering is typically provided by:
Why: Correct answer: A — The issuer’s independent auditors regarding financial information. Topic: Series 79 — Due Diligence.
Series 79 (25 Q) · Series 79 — Scope
Q3. The Series 79 license permits a representative to:
Why: Correct answer: B — Engage in investment banking (offerings, M&A, restructuring). Topic: Series 79 — Scope.
Series 79 (25 Q) · Series 79 — Underwriting
Q4. A "firm commitment" underwriting means the underwriter:
Why: Correct answer: C — Buys the entire issue and resells it (assuming the risk). Topic: Series 79 — Underwriting.
Series 79 (25 Q) · Series 79 — Underwriting
Q5. A "best efforts" underwriting means the underwriter:
Why: Correct answer: D — Acts as agent and sells what it can without buying the issue. Topic: Series 79 — Underwriting.
Series 79 (25 Q) · Series 79 — Securities Offerings
Q6. The cooling-off (quiet) period is the time:
Why: Correct answer: A — Between filing the registration statement and its effectiveness. Topic: Series 79 — Securities Offerings.
These are a handful of the 1250 unique Series 79 questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
Series 79 difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Reduced-scope rep license for IB analysts (full exam 75 MCQ). Securities offerings, M&A, financial restructuring. Practice set. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's Series 79 bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for Series 79
Real test-day interface
Our cert skin mirrors the actual Series 79 testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
1250 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate real Series 79 test-day conditions.
Free to start
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first Series 79 mock starts in under a minute.
Series 79 study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — Series 79 (25 Q) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on Series 79 (25 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length Series 79 mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where Series 79 can take you
A strong Series 79 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Banking & financial services
Roles across retail and corporate banking, insurance and non-banking financial companies.
Accounting, audit & analysis
Positions in audit, taxation, financial analysis and advisory at firms and corporates.
Professional designation path
A stepping stone toward advanced qualifications and senior finance and consulting roles.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Series 79 exam pattern?
- FINRA Series 79 — Investment Banking Representative contains 25 questions across 1 section: Series 79 (25 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 144 seconds per question).
- Does Series 79 have negative marking?
- No — Series 79 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is Series 79 scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. Series 79 (pass scaled).
- How can I practise Series 79 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length Series 79 mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of Series 79?
- Series 79 is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Reduced-scope rep license for IB analysts (full exam 75 MCQ). Securities offerings, M&A, financial restructuring. Practice set. · Official language: English.
- How long is the Series 79 exam?
- Series 79 runs for 60 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in Series 79?
- Series 79 is split into: Series 79 (25 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Reduced-scope rep license for IB analysts (full exam 75 MCQ). Securities offerings, M&A, financial restructuring. Practice set. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during Series 79?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the Series 79 test adaptive?
- No — Series 79 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many Series 79 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct Series 79 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 1250 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free Series 79 test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge Series 79 test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are Series 79 previous year question–style papers included?
- Every Series 79 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 25-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free Series 79 mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's Series 79 mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the Series 79 mock test on mobile?
- Yes. Series 79 mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the Series 79 syllabus?
- The Series 79 syllabus maps to its 1 section: Series 79 (25 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for Series 79?
- Eligibility for Series 79 — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic Series 79 practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the Series 79 exam and how should I prepare?
- Official Series 79 exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free Series 79 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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