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Quiz: SMSFs for beginners

Take the following 10-question quiz to test your knowledge on the fundamentals of self-managed super funds (SMSFs).

Don’t worry if you don’t know the answer to a question. Have a go anyway and we’ll let you know the correct answer, as well as providing you with a link to more information.


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1. Which of the following statements about SMSFs is correct?

2. How many members can an SMSF have?

3. Which of the following statements about the sole purpose test is correct?

4. What is a trustee declaration?

5. What is an SMSF trust deed?

6. Which of the following are penalties that the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) can impose on SMSF fund trustees for non-compliance with super legislation?

7. Which of the following is a legal compliance obligation of an SMSF trustee?

8. Which of the following is a common compliance mistake made by SMSF trustees?

9. Which of the following statements is correct?

10. An SMSF's investment strategy needs to consider…
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