A license in Massachusetts has a duration of:

• A. One year
• B. Two years
• C. Three years
• D. Five years

Answer: (A)

The key idea here is that this license term is set to expire after a year, requiring annual renewal to stay active. In Massachusetts, many licenses are issued for a 12-month period so the board can routinely verify ongoing qualifications, update records, and, if applicable, ensure continuing education requirements are met. That’s why a one-year duration is the correct choice for this item—the license must be renewed every year. Longer terms (two, three, or five years) aren’t applicable for this license type in this context, since the annual renewal setup is how the board maintains current licensure. If you miss the renewal window, the license typically becomes inactive and you’d need to go through reinstatement and pay any associated fees before you can practice again.