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NEW QUESTION # 117
When comparing the current yield and yield-to-maturity of a bond, which statement applies?
- A. Yield-to-maturity is based on the current market value of the bond, not the price paid.
- B. Capital gains or capital losses are reflected in the current yield calculation.
- C. Yield-to-maturity accounts for the reinvestment of coupon payments.
- D. Current yield includes in the calculation the time to maturity.
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
This statement is correct because yield-to-maturity (YTM) is the annualized rate of return of a bond that assumes that all coupon payments are reinvested at the same rate until the bond matures. YTM takes into account the bond's current market price, par value, coupon rate, and time to maturity, and it calculates the compound interest earned on the reinvested coupons. Therefore, YTM reflects the total return of the bond, including both the interest income and the capital gain or loss.
References = Current Yield vs. Yield to Maturity - Investopedia, Yield to Maturity (YTM) - Investopedia, Bond Current Yield Calculator
NEW QUESTION # 118
Douglas, aged 73, won a lottery prize of $100,000 last week. Today he contacted Vincent, his Dealing Representative, with instructions to contribute the winnings to his registered retirement income fund (RRIF) account.
Which of the following statement about RRIF is CORRECT?
- A. Deposits to RRIFs cannot be withdrawn for 5 years.
- B. Deposits into RRIFs are not permitted.
- C. Deposits to a RRIF entitle Douglas to a tax deduction.
- D. Withdrawals from a non-qualifying RRIF are not taxable.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
A RRIF is a retirement income option that allows you to withdraw income from the savings accumulated under your RRSP. You cannot contribute new amounts to a RRIF. You can only transfer funds from your RRSP or another RRIF to your RRIF.
References = IFSE CIFC Module 6: Registered Plans, page 6-11. Can I deposit money in an RRIF? | Fonds FTQ
NEW QUESTION # 119
What information does Fund Facts provide to potential investors?
- A. What the mutual fund is currently investing in.
- B. How to calculate the taxes owed from investment income.
- C. The remuneration paid to the Independent Review Committee.
- D. The portfolio management strategy that is used.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
A Fund Facts document is a summary disclosure document that provides key information about a mutual fund, such as its investment objectives, risks, past performance, and fees. One of the information items that a Fund Facts document provides to potential investors is what the mutual fund is currently investing in, such as its top 10 holdings, asset mix, geographic allocation, and sector allocation. A Fund Facts document does not provide information on how to calculate taxes, portfolio management strategy, or remuneration of the Independent Review Committee. References: Fund facts guide | Sun Life Global Investments, Mutual Funds - Fund Facts | ScotiaFunds
NEW QUESTION # 120
What role do investment dealers play in the Canadian and global financial markets?
- A. They are contributors to a company's profits.
- B. They assist with the exchange of capital for a financial instrument.
- C. They are contributors to an investor's earnings.
- D. By underwriting financial instruments, they raise capital for investors.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
Investment dealers are people or firms who buy and sell securities for their own account, whether through a broker or otherwise. They play an important role in the Canadian and global financial markets because they are market makers, create liquidity, and help promote long-term growth in the market. They also provide investment services to investors, such as underwriting securities, raising capital, and offering advice. By assisting with the exchange of capital for a financial instrument, they facilitate the flow of funds between savers and borrowers, and between different sectors and countries. The other options are not accurate descriptions of the role of investment dealers. References: Dealers: Definition in Trading, Meaning and Comparison to Brokers, Investment Dealers Definition
NEW QUESTION # 121
Loretta is looking for a well diversified equity fund. Her ideal mutual fund would hold investments within and outside Canada. Although she is seeking growth, Loretta also wants a mutual fund that invests in quality companies.
Which of the following mutual funds would be the best choice for Loretta?
- A. Auric Precious Metals Fund - this sector fund invests in Canadian companies that participate in the precious metals sector such as owning mines in foreign countries.
- B. Polar Global Blue Chip Equity Fund - this global equity fund invests in large, established companies in mostly stable and mature foreign markets.
- C. Dominion International Growth Fund - this international equity fund invests in small and medium sized companies in countries all around the world.
- D. Lennox Energy Fund - this sector fund invests primarily in Canadian oil and gas companies that sell both to domestic and foreign markets.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
Loretta is looking for a well diversified equity fund that invests both within and outside Canada. She also wants a fund that invests in quality companies, which implies that she prefers lower risk and higher stability. A global equity fund would meet her criteria, as it can invest in any country, including Canada, and diversify across different regions and markets. A global equity fund that focuses on large, established companies, also known as blue chip stocks, would also suit her preference for quality and stability, as these companies tend to have strong financial performance, competitive advantages, and consistent dividends. Therefore, the Polar Global Blue Chip Equity Fund would be the best choice for Loretta among the given options.
References: Canadian Investment Funds Course, Unit 6, Section 6.2
NEW QUESTION # 122
You have been researching Canadian equity mutual funds for a new client. You come across the following information.
What can you conclude from this information?
- A. Fontaine Equity Fund's higher MER contributes to its lower 5-year annualized return.
- B. Fontaine Equity Fund is a better fund because it has a higher quartile ranking.
- C. Chamberlain Equity Fund has lower volatility since its 5-year annualized return is higher.
- D. Fontaine Equity Fund has a lower risk level since its Sharpe Ratio is lower.
Answer: A
NEW QUESTION # 123
Quinton, a Dealing Representative, meets with his client Banji. Banji's Know Your Client (KYC) indicates that her risk profile is "medium''. Banji currently has $35,000 in her account which is invested 50% in the Middleton Balanced Fund and 50% in the Hector Growth Fund. She tells Quinton that she would like to contribute an additional $10,000 to purchase the Prospect Labour-Sponsored Fund. Which of the following statements about Banji's proposed transaction is CORRECT?
- A. Quinton must provide Banji with full disclosure about the risks so that he can proceed with the purchase of the Prospect Labour-Sponsored Fund.
- B. Quinton can proceed with the purchase of the Prospect Labour-Sponsored Fund because it is suitable for Banji based on her current KYC.
- C. Quinton should update Banji's risk profile to "high" so that he can proceed with the purchase of the Prospect Labour-Sponsored Fund.
- D. Quinton should not proceed with the purchase of the Prospect Labour-Sponsored Fund because it is not suitable for Banji based on her current KYC.
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 124
Sylvia decided to use the savings from her bank account to purchase a 5-year bond. The face value of the bond is $10,000, the market price is $9,230 and the coupon rate is 7%.
What is the current yield on the bond? Round to 2 decimal places.
- A. 7.00%
- B. 7.75%
- C. 7.58%
- D. 7.25%
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
The current yield on a bond is the annual interest payment divided by the current market price of the bond. In this case, the annual interest payment is 7% of the face value, which is $700. The current market price of the bond is $9,230. Therefore, the current yield is:
9230700×100%=7.58%
The current yield is different from the coupon rate, which is the annual interest payment divided by the face value of the bond. The coupon rate does not change over the life of the bond, but the current yield changes as the market price of the bond fluctuates. References:
Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) Study Guide, Chapter 5: Fixed-Income Securities, Section
5.2: Bond Pricing and Yield, page 5-61
Current Yield Definition - Investopedia2
NEW QUESTION # 125
Xerxes, 45 years old, is a successful architect, having an annual income of $185,000. He has around $10,000 in his non-registered account, which he is looking to invest in a tax-efficient manner.
From the following options, which would be the most tax-efficient?
- A. bond fund
- B. target date fund
- C. asset allocation fund
- D. Canadian equity index fund
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 126
Which of the following CORRECTLY describes a material conflict of interest that has been properly addressed by the Dealing Representative?
- A. Cametra asks to meet with her client, Pietro, to update his Know Your Client (KYC) information. They have not had a face-to-face meeting in years. Pietro feels updating the KYC information is unnecessary.
He tells Cametra he is too busy and there is no reason for her to be concerned with the information she already has. Even though they fail to meet, Cametra continues to submit purchase orders at his request. - B. Oscar wants to recommend a fund to his client which has a higher management expense ratio (MER) than other mutual funds. Since the MER could impact the client's decision, Oscar reports the conflict of interest to his dealer and discloses the conflict of interest to his client. Oscar explains how the higher MER is in the client's best interest because the overall cost for the client will still be less than a fee-for-service account holding mutual funds with a lower MER.
- C. Keaira recommends a growth fund to her client, Shilo, but her Compliance Department questions the trade because Shilo's risk profile is too low. Rather than cancel the trade and absorb the market losses herself, Keaira recommends that Shilo keep the investment even though it is not in her best interest.
Keaira updates Shilo's KYC to "high" risk and gets Shilo to sign the KYC update form. - D. Gibson reviews two similar mutual funds for his client. One fund pays higher trailer fees than the other.
Gibson discloses the difference between the trailer fees before recommending the fund that has higher trailer fees.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
A material conflict of interest is a situation where a Dealing Representative or their firm has an interest that could reasonably be expected to affect the exercise of their professional judgment or influence their actions or recommendations. A Dealing Representative must identify, disclose, and manage any material conflicts of interest in the best interest of their clients. Oscar has properly addressed the material conflict of interest arising from the higher MER by reporting it to his dealer, disclosing it to his client, and explaining how it is in the client's best interest. The other scenarios do not demonstrate proper management of material conflicts of interest.
References: Canadian Investment Funds Course, Chapter 8: Suitability and Know Your Client1
NEW QUESTION # 127
Your client, Helen, just received her non-registered account statement which states that one of her mutual funds made an interest income distribution during the year. She asks you how she will be taxed on the distribution. What do you tell Helen?
- A. She will pay taxes on the grossed-up amount of the income.
- B. She will pay taxes at her average tax rate.
- C. She will pay taxes at her top marginal tax rate.
- D. She will pay taxes on 50% of the distribution.
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 128
What purpose does it serve for non-money market mutual funds to hold money market instruments?
- A. They ensure that the fair market value of a mutual fund will not drop below a minimal market value.
- B. If the portfolio manager has an immediate need for cash, money market instruments are relatively easy to liquidate.
- C. They are purchased by non-money market funds to satisfy the regulatory requirement of fund diversification.
- D. Money market instruments primarily generate investment income that provides investors with preferential tax treatment.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
The purpose of holding money market instruments for non-money market mutual funds is to provide liquidity for the fund. If the portfolio manager has an immediate need for cash, such as to pay expenses or meet redemption requests, money market instruments are relatively easy to liquidate because they have short maturities and low credit risk. Money market instruments do not primarily generate investment income that provides investors with preferential tax treatment, as interest income from money market instruments is fully taxable at the investor's marginal tax rate. Money market instruments are not purchased by non-money market funds to satisfy the regulatory requirement of fund diversification, as there is no such requirement for mutual funds. Money market instruments do not ensure that the fair market value of a mutual fund will not drop below a minimal market value, as money market instruments can also fluctuate in value depending on interest rate changes and supply and demand factors. References: Money Market Instruments
NEW QUESTION # 129
Which among the following BEST describes a company's retained earnings statement?
- A. the amount of money contributed to the company by its shareholders or owners
- B. the amount of profit that is reinvested in the company
- C. the earnings and expenses of a business over a period of time
- D. a company's financial position at a specific point in time
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
A company's retained earnings statement is a financial statement that shows how the company's net income is distributed between dividends paid to shareholders and retained earnings, which are the amount of profit that is reinvested in the company. Retained earnings are part of the company's equity, and they reflect the accumulated earnings that the company has generated over its history, minus any dividends or distributions.
Retained earnings can be used by the company for various purposes, such as expanding its operations, developing new products, paying off debt, or buying back shares1 References = Canadian Investment Funds Course, Unit 5: Types of Investments, Lesson 3: Equity Securities, Section 5.3.4: Financial Statements
NEW QUESTION # 130
Sujay contributes 3% of his $60,000 salary to his employer's defined contribution pension plan. His employer contributes the same amount to the plan. How will this affect his registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution room for the year?
- A. It will reduce Suiay's contribution room by 51,800.
- B. It will reduce Suiay's contribution room by $1800
- C. It will have no effect. RRSP contribution room is based on earned income only.
- D. It will reduce Suiay's contribution room by $3,600.
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
D is correct because Sujay's registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution room for the year will be reduced by $3,600. This is because his employer's defined contribution pension plan is considered a registered pension plan (RPP), which affects his RRSP contribution room through a pension adjustment (PA). The PA is calculated as 18% of his earned income in the previous year minus his RPP contributions in the current year.
In this case, Sujay's PA for the current year is $3,600, which is 18% of his $60,000 salary minus his 3% contribution ($1,800) and his employer's 3% contribution ($1,800). The PA reduces his RRSP contribution room for the next year by the same amount. It will have an effect on his RRSP contribution room (A), as it is not based on earned income only, but also on RPP contributions. It will not reduce his contribution room by
$51,800 (B), as this is more than his earned income. It will not reduce his contribution room by $10,800, as this is 18% of his earned income without subtracting his RPP contributions. References: Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) | IFSE Institute
NEW QUESTION # 131
Your client, Rinaldo, wants to know more about the fees associated with his mutual funds. What can you tell him about a mutual fund's management expense ratio (MER)?
- A. Mutual funds are required to calculate the MER on a daily basis.
- B. Mutual fund performance is not impacted by the MER since rates of return are published net of fees.
- C. Trailer and brokerage fees are charged separately from the MER.
- D. The MER reflects the percentage of each dollar of fund assets that is used to pay for management services.
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
C is correct because the management expense ratio (MER) reflects the percentage of each dollar of fund assets that is used to pay for management services and operating expenses of a mutual fund. The MER includes various fees and expenses, such as management fees, administration fees, trailer fees, audit fees, legal fees, and taxes. The MER reduces the return of the fund, as it is deducted from the fund's income and capital gains before they are distributed to investors. Mutual funds are not required to calculate the MER on a daily basis (A), but rather on an annual basis. Trailer and brokerage fees are included in the MER (B), not charged separately. Mutual fund performance is impacted by the MER (D), as it lowers the net return of the fund. Rates of return are published net of fees, but they do not reflect the impact of the MER on the fund's performance.
References: Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) | IFSE Institute
NEW QUESTION # 132
During the calendar year, Firmansyah received a $1,800 eligible dividend from a large Canadian bank and a
$US dollar (USD) dividend of $882.02 from a foreign-based corporation. The USD/CAD exchange rates is
1.3605.
Firmansyah's federal marginal tax bracket is 29%. The enhanced dividend gross-up rate is 38% and the federal dividend tax credit rate for eligible dividends is 15%.
What federal tax liability will be result from his investment income?
- A. $695.76
- B. $522.00
- C. $348.00
- D. $870.00
Answer: A
Explanation:
Explanation
To calculate the federal tax liability from the investment income, we need to consider the following steps:
Convert the foreign dividend to Canadian dollars using the exchange rate. In this case, $882.02 USD x
1.3605 = $1,200.00 CAD.
Gross up the eligible dividend by the enhanced dividend gross-up rate of 38%. In this case, $1,800 x
1.38 = $2,484.
Add the grossed-up eligible dividend and the foreign dividend to get the total taxable income from dividends. In this case, $2,484 + $1,200 = $3,684.
Multiply the total taxable income from dividends by the federal marginal tax rate of 29% to get the gross federal tax payable. In this case, $3,684 x 0.29 = $1,068.36.
Multiply the grossed-up eligible dividend by the federal dividend tax credit rate of 15% to get the federal dividend tax credit. In this case, $2,484 x 0.15 = $372.60.
Subtract the federal dividend tax credit from the gross federal tax payable to get the net federal tax liability. In this case, $1,068.36 - $372.60 = $695.76.
Therefore, Firmansyah's federal tax liability from his investment income is $695.76.
References: 1: Canadian Investment Funds Course - IFSE Institute 2 (Unit 9: Retirement)
NEW QUESTION # 133
Lucas is 60 years old and continues to work. He presently is a plan holder of a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP). He is considering changing his RRSP to a registered retirement income fund (RRIF).
Which of the following statements is CORRECT?
- A. Minimal withdrawals are required to start in the current calendar year his RRIF was established.
- B. There is no minimum age to be an annuitant to a RRIF.
- C. Investments that qualify as an eligible investment for a RRIF are different than for an RRSP.
- D. Once he changes his RRSP to a RRIF, his unused total RRSP contribution room is lost.
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
A registered retirement income fund (RRIF) is a type of registered plan that provides a stream of income in retirement. A RRIF can be created by converting an RRSP, but once the conversion is done, the plan holder can no longer make contributions to the RRSP or the RRIF. Therefore, any unused RRSP contribution room is lost after the conversion. The other statements are incorrect because:
A: There is a minimum age to be an annuitant to a RRIF, which is 71 years old. However, a plan holder can convert an RRSP to a RRIF at any age before 71.
C: Minimum withdrawals are required to start in the year following the year the RRIF was established, not in the current calendar year.
D: Investments that qualify as an eligible investment for a RRIF are the same as for an RRSP, such as mutual funds, stocks, bonds, GICs, etc. References:
Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) Study Guide, Chapter 6: Registered Plans, Section 6.2:
Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF), page 6-81
Registered Retirement Income Fund (RRIF) - Canada.ca2
NEW QUESTION # 134
Sujay contributes 3% of his $60,000 salary to his employer's defined contribution pension plan. His employer contributes the same amount to the plan. How will this affect his registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) contribution room for the year?
- A. It will reduce Suiay's contribution room by $3,600.
- B. It will reduce Suiay's contribution room by 51,800.
- C. It will reduce Suiay's contribution room by
- D. It will have no effect. RRSP contribution room is based on earned income only.
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 135
Which of the following is a characteristic of a bond fund?
- A. If interest rates rise the value of a bond fund will also tend to rise.
- B. Bond funds are very low risk because they never go down in value.
- C. Securities regulation specifies that bond funds must invest in investment grade bonds.
- D. Income from a bond fund will primarily be interest but may also be capital gains
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 136
What is the role of a custodian?
- A. to calculate the daily net asset value per unit (NAVPU) of the mutual fund
- B. to oversee the general administration of the mutual fund
- C. to ensure safekeeping of all the securities in the portfolio
- D. to construct and manage the portfolio of investments
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
A custodian in mutual fund is a trust company, bank, or similar financial institution that is responsible for holding and safeguarding the securities owned within a mutual fund. The custodian also records and reports all transactions to the fund manager. The custodian does not oversee the general administration, construct and manage the portfolio, or calculate the NAVPU of the mutual fund. These are the roles of other entities such as the fund administrator, the fund manager, and the fund accountant.
References = Canadian Investment Funds Course (CIFC) - Module 2: Investment Products - Section 2.2:
Mutual Funds1 and web search results from search_web(query="role of a custodian in mutual funds")23
1: https://www.ifse.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/CIFC-Module-2.pdf
NEW QUESTION # 137
Felipe is a Dealing Representative who is developing a non-registered investment solution for Laryssa. Felipe is debating between recommending either mutual fund trusts or mutual fund corporations. He wants to recommend an investment that reduces Laryssa's exposure to taxation.
Which feature may influence his recommendation?
- A. Mutual fund trusts can only distribute capital gains and Canadian dividends.
- B. Capital losses may be distributed from mutual fund corporations.
- C. Distributions from mutual fund corporations are not taxable to investors.
- D. Any income received by a mutual fund corporation is distributed in the form of either capital gains or Canadian dividends.
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
A mutual fund corporation is a type of mutual fund structure that is organized as a corporation and issues different classes of shares to investors. A mutual fund corporation has the ability to allocate its income and expenses among the different classes of shares, and to distribute any income received by the corporation in the form of either capital gains or Canadian dividends. These types of distributions are taxed at lower rates than interest or foreign income, which may reduce the tax liability of the investors. A mutual fund corporation can also use capital losses to offset capital gains, and carry them forward or back to reduce taxable income in other years.
References = Canadian Investment Funds Course, Unit 6: Mutual Funds, Lesson 2: Mutual Fund Structures, Section 6.2.2: Mutual Fund Corporations1; CIFC prepkit, Chapter 6: Mutual Funds, Question 6.2.2 2
NEW QUESTION # 138
Which of the following is a characteristic of a bond fund?
- A. If interest rates rise the value of a bond fund will also tend to rise.
- B. Bond funds are very low risk because they never go down in value.
- C. Securities regulation specifies that bond funds must invest in investment grade bonds.
- D. Income from a bond fund will primarily be interest but may also be capital gains
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation
A bond fund is a mutual fund that invests primarily in bonds and other debt securities. Income from a bond fund will primarily be interest but may also be capital gains if the fund sells bonds that have appreciated in value. Bond funds are not very low risk because they can fluctuate in value depending on interest rate changes and credit risk. If interest rates rise, the value of a bond fund will tend to fall because existing bonds will become less attractive than new bonds with higher rates. Securities regulation does not specify that bond funds must invest in investment grade bonds, although some funds may have this as an investment objective or policy. References: What Is a Bond Fund?
NEW QUESTION # 139
Jonathan is a Dealing Representative who has just finished an appointment with his new client, Shirley.
Jonathan has concluded that Shirley has a low-risk profile but wants to establish additional savings of
$500,000. During their discussion, Shirley emphasizes she wants investments that are also tax efficient.
Jonathan learned that currently Shirley has no registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) and tax-free savings account (TFSA) contribution room due to using those opportunities by investmenting elsewhere.
What variable is a PRIMARY consideration for Jonathan when making an investment recommendation?
- A. Expected time horizon.
- B. The tax consequences.
- C. Shirley's risk profile.
- D. Investment objective
Answer: C
Explanation:
Explanation
Shirley's risk profile is the primary consideration for Jonathan when making an investment recommendation.
Risk profile is a measure of how much risk an investor is willing and able to take on in their portfolio. It is determined by factors such as age, income, net worth, investment objectives, time horizon, and personal preferences. It is essential for a dealing representative to assess the risk profile of their client before recommending any investment products or strategies, as they have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of their client and ensure that their recommendations are suitable for their client's needs and goals. The other variables are also important, but they are secondary to the risk profile. References: [Risk Profile], [Know Your Client (KYC)]
NEW QUESTION # 140
Which of the following statements about nominee name accounts is TRUE?
- A. Discretionary trading on a client's account, without specific instructions, is permitted.
- B. The dealer is the registered owner of the account and holds funds in trust for the client.
- C. A Limited Trading Authorization (LTA) is necessary since the dealer, and not the client, is the registered owner of the mutual funds.
- D. Holding accounts in nominee name means the client no longer needs to provide any trading instructions.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Explanation
A nominee name account is a type of account where the dealer, not the client, is the registered owner of the mutual funds held in the account. The dealer holds the funds in trust for the client and acts as the nominee for the client. The client is the beneficial owner of the funds and retains all the rights and benefits associated with the ownership. The dealer is responsible for maintaining the records of the client's transactions and holdings, and for providing the client with confirmations, statements, and tax slips.
References = Canadian Investment Funds Course, Unit 8: Mutual Fund Administration, Lesson 1: Account Registration, Section 8.1.2: Nominee Name Accounts1; CIFC prepkit, Chapter 8: Mutual Fund Administration, Question 8.1.2 2
NEW QUESTION # 141
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