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Carla is a Wisconsin licensed real estate salesperson who wants to open her own real estate office and represent clients independently. Under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 452, what must Carla do before she can legally operate her own real estate brokerage firm?

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A) Carla must obtain a Wisconsin real estate broker's license and meet all broker education and experience requirements

Under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 452, only a licensed real estate broker may operate an independent real estate brokerage firm and represent clients on their own. A salesperson's license authorizes practice only under the supervision of a licensed broker. To open her own office and practice independently, Carla must obtain a Wisconsin real estate broker's license, which requires meeting additional education requirements and passing the broker examination.

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A
Carla must obtain a Wisconsin real estate broker's license and meet all broker education and experience requirements
B
Carla may open her own office immediately because her salesperson license authorizes independent practice after two years of experience
C
Carla must apply to REEB for a special independent salesperson designation, which allows solo practice
D
Carla must first complete an additional 20 hours of continuing education and then notify REEB of her intent to open an office

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