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Carlos is a licensed real estate Broker in Oregon and wants to obtain a Washington real estate Broker license without retaking the full licensing exam. Under Washington's reciprocity or endorsement provisions, which of the following most accurately describes Washington's approach to out-of-state licensees?

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C) Washington offers a license endorsement process for out-of-state licensees from states with equivalent licensing standards, which may allow qualified applicants to waive certain education or exam requirements.

Washington offers a license endorsement (reciprocity) process for out-of-state licensees from states whose licensing requirements are deemed equivalent to Washington's. Under this process, qualified applicants may be able to waive certain pre-licensing education or examination components. However, Washington does not offer blanket reciprocity with all states — equivalency of standards is evaluated, and applicants must still meet Washington-specific requirements such as demonstrating knowledge of Washington law.

Answer Options
A
Washington offers full reciprocity to all states, meaning any licensed out-of-state broker may obtain a Washington license simply by submitting an application and paying the required fees.
B
Washington does not offer reciprocity with any other state and requires all applicants, regardless of prior licensure, to complete Washington's full pre-licensing education and examination requirements.
C
Washington offers a license endorsement process for out-of-state licensees from states with equivalent licensing standards, which may allow qualified applicants to waive certain education or exam requirements.
D
Washington automatically grants a temporary 90-day practice permit to any out-of-state licensee while their full Washington license application is pending.

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