CISI IISI Practice Questions - CISI International Introduction to Securities and Investment Exam - CISI IISI Practice Questions - CISI International Introduction to Securities and Investment Exam

Question 1

What is the primary role of the financial services industry in an economy?

To act as an intermediary that channels funds from those with surplus capital to those who need it To set the level of interest rates directly for commercial banks To collect taxes on behalf of national governments To guarantee that all investments produce a positive return

Correct Answer:

To act as an intermediary that channels funds from those with surplus capital to those who need it

Question 2

Within the global financial services industry, what best describes the role of a 'retail bank'?

It exclusively advises large corporations on mergers and acquisitions It provides services such as deposit accounts, loans and mortgages to individuals and small businesses It only trades government bonds on behalf of central banks It manages sovereign wealth funds for national governments

Correct Answer:

It provides services such as deposit accounts, loans and mortgages to individuals and small businesses

Question 3

Which type of institution would most likely act as a 'market maker' on a stock exchange?

A retail saver depositing money in a building society A government tax authority An investment bank that quotes both buy and sell prices and stands ready to trade A retail customer buying shares for a personal portfolio

Correct Answer:

An investment bank that quotes both buy and sell prices and stands ready to trade

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a custodian within the financial services industry?

To set the dividend policy of listed companies To determine a country's monetary policy To underwrite new issues of equity for corporate clients To hold and safeguard clients' securities and settle trades on their behalf

Correct Answer:

To hold and safeguard clients' securities and settle trades on their behalf

Question 5

Which of the following is a function of an investment bank rather than a retail bank?

Advising a company on raising capital through a new share issue Providing a personal current account Offering a residential mortgage to a homebuyer Issuing a debit card to an individual customer

Correct Answer:

Advising a company on raising capital through a new share issue

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