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Tom holds an active real estate license in Oregon and wants to obtain a Washington broker license without completing Washington's full 120-hour pre-license education requirement. Under Washington's reciprocity or equivalency provisions, which of the following best describes his options?

Correct Answer

B) Washington may waive the pre-license education requirement if Tom can demonstrate equivalent education from Oregon, but he must still pass the Washington state portion of the exam

Under RCW 18.85.101 and WAC 308-124A, Washington may grant equivalency credit for pre-license education completed in another state if the DOL determines the out-of-state education is substantially equivalent to Washington's requirements. However, all applicants — including those with out-of-state licenses — must pass the Washington state portion of the broker examination to demonstrate knowledge of Washington-specific law. The national portion may be waived if the applicant's out-of-state exam included an equivalent national component.

Answer Options
A
Washington grants full license reciprocity to all Oregon licensees, so Tom may obtain a Washington license without any additional education or examination
B
Washington may waive the pre-license education requirement if Tom can demonstrate equivalent education from Oregon, but he must still pass the Washington state portion of the exam
C
Tom must complete the full 120-hour Washington pre-license curriculum but is exempt from taking the national portion of the exam
D
Washington has no reciprocity agreements and Tom must meet all requirements as if he were a first-time applicant

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