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The exam covers the following topics: Objective Questions NASDAQ and Over the Counter Markets 41 NASDAQ Display, Execution and Trading systems 17 Trade Reporting Requirements 19 General Industry Standards 23 TOTAL 100Each candidate will be allowed 180 minutes to complete the examination. Thistime limit has been designed to provide enough time for all candidates tocomplete the exam. A score of 70 or higher is required to pass the series 55exam The examination is conducted as a closed book test. Upon completion of theexamination, the score for each section and the overall test score willimmediately be made available to the candidate. Key Topics Covered: Chapter One: Issuing Corporate Securities Chapter Two: The Securities Marketplace Chapter Three: Trading Over The Counter and NASDAQ Securities Chapter Four: Market Maker Responsibilities and Trade Reporting Chapter Five: Commissions and Trade Complaints Chapter Six: Securities Industries Rules and Regulations Pretest Answer Key Glossary of Exam TermsFor more information visit http:// WoodSenior Fax from USA: 646-607-1907Fax from rest of the world: 353-1-481-1716 Copyright Business Wire 2009. LISBON (Reuters) - Europe should not rule out raising the size of its 200-billion-euro package to boost the slumping economy, European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso said on Monday.

Crisis in Credit EconomyThe European Union agreed in December on a package of 200 billion euros ($278 billion) to revive the economy, which is slowing sharply as the global credit crunch deepens."Will it (the package) be sufficient We'll see," Barroso told journalists when asked about the financing package."The European Union gave a very adequate response, but the situation is evolving," he said. "We can't exclude that there is a revision of the response (the package) in function of what becomes necessary."Germany, Europe's largest economy, is considering a new economic stimulus package of up to 50 billion euros after the government pushed through a package of 31 billion euros late last year.(Reporting by Sergio Goncalves and Shrikesh Laxmidas; writing by Axel Bugge; editing by Stephen Nisbet) Crisis in Credit Economy. As Christmas morning awaits on the horizon, Kansas City Chiefs fans should have some of the lyrics used in "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" playing in their heads:"Next year all our troubles will be out of sight."Wishful thinking, you say The random fantasies of a delusional fan who's sipped too much eggnog and still thinks Santa comes down the chimney to bring Lombardi trophies to the good little Bowes and GilberrysDespite all the drama coming out of 1 Arrowhead the last couple seasonsculminating in the demotion of two coaches, the suspension of one SlimFast-ing receiver and the release of numerous players, including one foul-mouthed running back malcontent, Kansas City does, in fact, have a brighter future on the horizon. And, unlike the visions of Super Bowl rings fans had dancing in their heads circa 2003, these dreams have considerably more substance. Here is the first of a three-part series on why the Chiefs have realistic playoff hopes for 2010what they can look forward to, and what they need to look at to bring back the days when Arrowhead Stadium was the loudest and most dangerous place for any visiting team to find themselves on a Sunday afternoon. And we'll start things off with probably the most unbelievable statement of all:The Chiefs roster is not as devoid of talent as most believe.This could be a bit hard to swallow, considering the level of ineptitude Kansas City has presented this last season. However, the Chiefs have a number of solid, young players with which to build around. On offense, running back Jamaal Charles has quickly shown the speed and toughness to anchor a formidable rushing attack. Kansas City's receivers need serious work when it comes to their hands, but are not lacking in talent with Chris Chambers and Dwayne Bowe. The jury is still out on quarterback Matt Cassel, who has been both brilliant and lackluster in his starts with Kansas City. Whether he is the next Tom Brady or the next Scott Mitchell won't be apparent until his offensive line sees some serious upgrades.As for defense, Kansas City has a pair of first-round defensive ends who are, in truth, both in their first year at the position. Glenn Dorsey and Tyson Jackson, however, have shown flashes of the ability which made them top five picks and should continue to improve. Linebacker play has not been what it should, but the development of Tamba Halia tireless performer who is seems to be in or near every playshould continue to impress. And in the secondary, second year cornerbacks Brandon Carr and Brandon Flowers have improved on their solid rookie seasons, while seventh-round pick Jarrad Page has been a pleasant surprise in his four years with Kansas City, and reserve safety Jon McGraw has been aplaymaker both on defense and special teams.Finally, special teams has a number of bright spots, despite the recent record-breaking performance by Cleveland's Josh Cribbs. Kansas City ranks sixth in net average punt yardage with left-footed punter Dustin Colquitt, and Mr. Irrelevant rookie placekicker Ryan Succop is 21 of 25 in field goals. Of the four Succop has missed, three were from greater than 50 yards and one was blocked. He has been perfect from less than 40 yards out.This list leaves a number of positions neglected, offensive line and linebacker especially. However, Kansas City also has a number of young players who have shown promise, like Andy Studebaker, Lance Long and Corey Mays. As the Chiefs look to theiroffseason, the development of these players will influence how Kansas City drafts and which free agents they will pursue. The Chiefs finish their regular season against playoff contendersCincinnati and Denver. And while there won't be much to celebrate as we close out the 2009 holiday season, 2010 should bring a much merrier Christmas, starting with some early presents come spring.So, as theoriginal lyrics of the song say, "Until then, we'll have to muddle through somehow." . MADRID, Jan 5 (Reuters) - Spanish property firm Colonial(COL.MC) has cut its debt by 273 million euros ($380 million) byselling stakes in Spain's FCC (FCC.MC) and France's SocieteFonciere Lyonnaise (SFL) to French creditor Calyon (CAGR.PA). Colonial granted creditors call options on its 15 percentstake in FCC and 33 percent stake in SFL (FLYP.PA) in lateNovember as part of efforts to cut back a debt mountain thatstood at around 7.5 billion euros at the end of 2008.

Goldman Sachs (GS.N) and Eurohypo exercised options inDecember, each buying 3.4 percent of FCC and 7.25 percent ofSFL, at 30 euros an FCC share and 35 euros an SFL share.ID:nLF399490 That would have cut Colonial's debt by 503 million eurosaccording to Reuters calculations, rising to 777 million euroswith Monday's deal, after Calyon exercised options on 3.396percent of FCC (raising 129.7 million euros) and 8.8 percent ofSFL (raising 143.2 million). Fellow creditor Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS.L) has yet toexercise any options. SFL shares closed 9.4 percent higher at 28 euros on Mondayand FCC at 25.15 euros a 6.3 percent gain. Many Spanish property firms are struggling to sell assets ina falling market to pay down debt accumulated in Spain'sdecade-long housing boom.($1.7181 Euro)(Reporting by Ben Harding; editing by Simon Jessop). PR Newswire Albuquerque-Based Employees Spend Time Volunteering with A New DayYouth and Family Services as Part of 'Doing Well by Doing Good' InitiativeALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Jan. 5 /PRNewswire/ A New Day Youth and Family Services,a youth services not-for-profit based in Albuquerque, was the recipient of acash grant and group volunteer hours from PR Newswire's Albuquerque staff in2008, PR Newswire announced today.(Logo: http:// )As part of its 2008 Charitable Giving program, which focuses on 'Doing Well byDoing Good', PR Newswire employees voted on charities located in each areawhere the company has substantial operations. As a part of the program,employees volunteer their time to the organization as a group and the companymakes a cash donation.