Before an affiliate of an issuer is permitted to sell 10,000 shares of restricted securities,...

Step by Step Explanation:

Rule 144 Holding Period: Restricted securities held by affiliates require a six-month holding period before sale, provided the issuer is subject to SEC reporting requirements.

Other Options:

Notification to FINRA (C) is incorrect; Form 144 is submitted to the SEC, not FINRA.

The 10% ADTV limitation (D) applies to the volume of shares sold, not the conditions for sale.

References:

SEC Rule 144 (Selling Restricted Securities): SEC Rule 144.