The IRS has released the official answers [PDF document] to the 2005 Special Enrollment Examination. This is a two-day test taken by aspiring Enrolled Agents. Passing the test, along with a background check, are the main requirements for being admitted to practice before the Internal Revenue Service. The Office of Professional Responsibility will release grades to EA candidates in late December. Candidates will be able to look up their scores using the 2005 SEE Results link from the OPR Special Enrollment Examination page.

Additional Information:

• 2005 SEE Questions, Part 1 [PDF]
• 2005 SEE Questions, Part 2 [PDF]
• 2005 SEE Questions, Part 3 [PDF]
• 2005 SEE Questions, Part 4 [PDF]
• 2005 SEE Official Answers [PDF]
• IRS Office of Professional Responsibility

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