PA AUCTIONEER EXAM 2026/2027 ACTUAL
EXAM
120 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED) | LATEST EDITION | ALREADY
GRADED A+
Pennsylvania Auctioneer Licensing & Practice | Key Domains: PA Auctioneer Licensing Law
(Title 63, Act 169), Auction Terminology & Procedures, Contract Law, Ethics & Professional
Conduct, Advertising Regulations, Bonding & Financial Responsibilities, Bid Calling &
Ringman Conduct, Real Estate & Personal Property Auctions, PA Sales Tax Law
Introduction: This structured Pennsylvania Auctioneer Exam for 2026/2027 provides 120
high-quality, exam-style questions with verified correct answers and detailed rationales. Content is
aligned with Pennsylvania’s Auctioneer Licensing Law (Act 169 of 1978, Title 63), regulations from
the PA State Board of Auctioneer Examiners, and current auction industry standards to ensure legal
compliance and professional integrity.
Answer Format: Correct answers appear in bold cyan blue with rationales citing Pennsylvania
statutes (Act 169, Title 63), Board regulations, ethical standards, or legal auction procedures.
Pennsylvania Auctioneer Exam – 120 Verified Questions
1. Under Pennsylvania law (Act 169, Title 63), who is required to hold an auctioneer license
to conduct an auction?
,A. Any person calling bids for compensation
B. Only those selling real estate
C. Volunteers at charity events
D. Estate executors selling personal property
A. Any person calling bids for compensation
Act 169, Section 63.1 defines an auctioneer as any person who “sells or offers for sale property by
auction or calls bids for compensation.” Compensation triggers the licensing requirement,
regardless of property type.
2. How often must a Pennsylvania auctioneer renew their license?
A. Every year
B. Every two years
, C. Every three years
D. Every five years
B. Every two years
According to the PA State Board of Auctioneer Examiners (249 Pa. Code § 21.21), auctioneer
licenses expire biennially on June 30 of even-numbered years and must be renewed every two years.
3. What is the minimum surety bond amount required for a licensed auctioneer in
Pennsylvania?
A. $1,000
B. $2,500
C. $5,000
D. $10,000
EXAM
120 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED) | LATEST EDITION | ALREADY
GRADED A+
Pennsylvania Auctioneer Licensing & Practice | Key Domains: PA Auctioneer Licensing Law
(Title 63, Act 169), Auction Terminology & Procedures, Contract Law, Ethics & Professional
Conduct, Advertising Regulations, Bonding & Financial Responsibilities, Bid Calling &
Ringman Conduct, Real Estate & Personal Property Auctions, PA Sales Tax Law
Introduction: This structured Pennsylvania Auctioneer Exam for 2026/2027 provides 120
high-quality, exam-style questions with verified correct answers and detailed rationales. Content is
aligned with Pennsylvania’s Auctioneer Licensing Law (Act 169 of 1978, Title 63), regulations from
the PA State Board of Auctioneer Examiners, and current auction industry standards to ensure legal
compliance and professional integrity.
Answer Format: Correct answers appear in bold cyan blue with rationales citing Pennsylvania
statutes (Act 169, Title 63), Board regulations, ethical standards, or legal auction procedures.
Pennsylvania Auctioneer Exam – 120 Verified Questions
1. Under Pennsylvania law (Act 169, Title 63), who is required to hold an auctioneer license
to conduct an auction?
,A. Any person calling bids for compensation
B. Only those selling real estate
C. Volunteers at charity events
D. Estate executors selling personal property
A. Any person calling bids for compensation
Act 169, Section 63.1 defines an auctioneer as any person who “sells or offers for sale property by
auction or calls bids for compensation.” Compensation triggers the licensing requirement,
regardless of property type.
2. How often must a Pennsylvania auctioneer renew their license?
A. Every year
B. Every two years
, C. Every three years
D. Every five years
B. Every two years
According to the PA State Board of Auctioneer Examiners (249 Pa. Code § 21.21), auctioneer
licenses expire biennially on June 30 of even-numbered years and must be renewed every two years.
3. What is the minimum surety bond amount required for a licensed auctioneer in
Pennsylvania?
A. $1,000
B. $2,500
C. $5,000
D. $10,000
