Study Question of the Week: July 23, 2013 Edition

This week’s study question from the Solomon Online Exam Simulator question database is now available. Relevant to the Series 6, Series 7, Series 24, Series 26, Series 62, Series 65, and Series 66. –ANSWER POSTED– Continue reading

This week’s study question from the Solomon Online Exam Simulator question database is now available.

Question (Relevant to the Series 6Series 7Series 24Series 26, Series 62, Series 65, and Series 66)

Roth IRAs are more liquid than traditional IRAs in what way?

Answers:

A. they offer tax-free distribution

B. they allow for the withdrawal of all principal contributions at any time without tax or penalty

C. there are a larger number of exceptions available to the early withdrawal penalty

D. there are no mandatory minimum distributions required

Correct Answer: B. they allow for the withdrawal of all principal contributions at any time without tax or penalty

Rationale: Although Roth IRAs do offer tax-free distributions and have no mandatory minimum distributions, their advantage in liquidity lies in the ability of the account owner to withdraw all principal contributions at any time, including before age 59 1/2.

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