CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Prep Practice Test

Get a set of free practice test questions for your CompTIA certification exam. While these exact questions are not part of the actual exam, they give you a good idea of what kind of questions you may see for A+, Security+ and Network+. These questions are available for all CompTIA certification exams.

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About the CompTIA A+ Core Series Test

The Comp TIA A+ Core Series exam is used to assess the skills and knowledge of those pursuing a career in Information Technology (IT). It was designed and written by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). Since 2001, the exam has been redesigned every three years to ensure that the questions and information evolve with changes in the field.

The CompTIA A+ Core Series is broken into two exams, each of which include 90 questions and a time limit of 90 minutes—allowing approximately one minute per question during the exam. The questions are generally multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, and performance-based questions that require you to manipulate parts of a screen diagram to answer the question.

The first test (1001) contains the following topics and the proportion of questions related to each topic:

Hardware—27%
Hardware & Network Troubleshooting—27%
Networking—20%
Mobile Devices—14%
Virtualization & Cloud Computing—12%

What to Expect on Test Day

The CompTIA A+ Core Series exams are administered by Pearson VUE, which will require you to register online before taking the exam. From the online portal, you can select your testing center, submit your exam fees, and review the testing policies and procedures. These policies will give you a complete assessment of the details you need to know on the day of the exam.

It’s also a great idea to leave for the exam early to ensure you have sufficient time to get to the testing location and make it through the sign-in and verification procedures. You may opt to take both tests on the same day or break them up into different days. No matter your plan, you should be prepared to remain at the testing site until the duration of the exam(s) is completed—90 minutes for each test.

The testing center will take a photograph of you during the check-in procedure in order to ensure the highest level of security and authentication.

FAQs

1. How much does it cost to take the CompTIA A+ core series exams?

Each exam in the CompTIA A+ core series is $226. With two exams, this brings the total price to $452. You must purchase a voucher, either online or in-person, prior to taking the exam. Vouchers are good for 12 months after the purchase date, and both registration and testing must be completed in that window.

2. If I pass the exam, how long will my CompTIA A+ certification last?

Certification lasts for three years.

3. What kind of career can I pursue with CompTIA A+ certification?

CompTIA A+ certification is for those pursuing a career in information technology (IT). Compatible jobs include service desk analyst, help desk technician, technical support specialist, field service technician, associate network engineer, data support technician, and desktop support administrator, among others.

4. Can I retake the CompTIA A+ exams if I don’t pass the first time?

Yes, if you fail either part of the exam, you can retake that section immediately. If you fail on the second attempt, you must wait 14 days before you can take the exam again. This 14-day waiting period is required for all subsequent attempts at the exam.