(1) To pass the broker examination a minimum scaled score of 70 is required on each portion. The broker examination shall consist of two portions:

(a) The national portion consisting of questions that test general real estate practices; and

(b) The state portion consisting of questions that test on Washington laws and regulations related to real estate licensing.

(2) To pass the managing broker examination a minimum scaled score of 75 is required on each portion. The managing broker examination shall consist of two portions:

(a) The national portion consisting of simulation examination questions that test general real estate brokerage practices which include information gathering and decision-making aspects. A candidate must achieve a minimum scaled score of 75 on each aspect to pass the entire portion; and

(b) The state portion consisting of simulation examination questions that test on Washington laws and regulations related to real estate licensing, and the closing/settlement process.

(3) A passing score for a portion of an examination is valid for a period of six months.