Sole proprietor sign must include:

• A. The words 'Licensed Real Estate Broker' only
• B. The broker's name only
• C. The broker's trade name, the broker's name, and the words 'Licensed Real Estate Broker'
• D. The trade name only

Answer: (C)

Public disclosure and accountability are tested here. For a sole proprietor real estate broker, signs must clearly show the business identity, the individual who is licensed, and the license status. That means the sign should include the broker’s trade name, the broker’s own name, and the words “Licensed Real Estate Broker.” This combination ensures the public can identify the business entity, know which licensed individual is handling the transaction, and see that the broker is currently licensed. Without one of these elements, consumers might not know who is providing the service, which business operates the service, or that the person is duly licensed.