A licensed PI who operates a business under a name other than their own must:
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BRegister the fictitious business name and have it approved/branch as required
CObtain a separate medical license
DRe-take the licensing exam annually
✓ Correct answer: B. Register the fictitious business name and have it approved/branch as requiredOperating under a fictitious or branch business name requires registering that name with BSIS so the public can identify the licensee responsible.
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