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CAPM Practice Exam — CAPM：Certified Associate in Project Management

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Exam information

CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) is an entry‑level project management certification offered by the Project Management Institute (PMI).


1. Exam Specifications

- Total number of questions: 150 (135 scored questions + 15 unscored pre‑test questions, randomly distributed)

- Exam Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes). A mandatory 10‑minute break applies after submitting the first 75 questions; candidates cannot return to revise answers to the first half after the break.

- Question Types: Single‑select multiple‑choice, multiple‑select questions, Hot Spot interactive items, and other interactive question formats

- Exam Content Weighting: Fundamentals and Core Concepts of Project Management (36%), Agile Frameworks / Methodologies (20%), Predictive Planning Methodologies (17%), Business Analysis Frameworks (27%)

- Pre‑ & Post‑Exam Procedures: An optional pre‑exam tutorial and post‑exam survey are available, each taking 5–15 minutes and not counted toward exam time

- Recommended Passing Target: A 65%–70% accuracy rate (equivalent to correctly answering 90–95+ out of 135 scored questions), which serves as a study benchmark to improve pass chances.


2. Eligibility Requirements & Exam Fees

- Education: High‑school diploma / associate degree or globally equivalent qualification

- Training Requirement: Completion of a minimum of 23 hours of formal project management training (satisfied via PMI Authorized Training Partner (ATP) courses, official PMI online exam prep courses, etc.)

- Exam Fees:

 - First‑time Exam: USD 225 for PMI members, USD 300 for non‑members (CNY 1,875)

 - Retake Exam: USD 150 for PMI members, USD 200 for non‑members (CNY 1,250)


3. Application Process

Register for a PMI Account: Create an account on the official PMI website (www.pmi.org) and complete personal profile details.

Submit Application Materials: Fill in educational background, 23‑hour training verification and other information within the account, then submit for eligibility review.

Pay Exam Fees: Complete online payment once eligibility is approved.

Schedule the Exam: After payment, redirect from your PMI account to Pearson VUE (global) or the platform partnered with the China International Talent Exchange Foundation (for Chinese mainland candidates) to book your exam time and venue, and obtain your admission ticket / scheduling confirmation.


2026 Latest Exam Schedule for Mainland China：

Second Session: Exam Date – June 14

Third Session: Exam Date – August; Registration Period – June, subject to official notice

Fourth Session: Exam Date – November; Registration Period – September, subject to official notice


Note: Only Paper‑Based Testing (PBT) is available in Chinese mainland, to be taken at designated test centers per official notifications. Online Proctored Testing (OPT) is unavailable in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan regions, where candidates may select Paper‑Based or Computer‑Based Testing (CBT) at Pearson VUE test centers.


4. Important Notes

Exam Scheduling & Modifications

- Scheduling: Book 4–6 weeks in advance to avoid peak‑period test center shortages.

- Rescheduling / Cancellation: Managed via your PMI account; applications must be submitted at least 48 hours before the exam. Rescheduling is free if requested 30+ days prior; fees may apply within 30 days. No refunds are generally issued for rescheduling or cancellation within 48 hours of the exam.


Pre‑Exam Preparation

- Required Documents: For Chinese mainland candidates: physical admission ticket + ID card / passport / Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents. For Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan candidates: Pearson VUE scheduling confirmation + valid passport / Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, etc.

- Permitted Items: Stationery is generally provided for PBT. Electronic devices and reference materials are prohibited from test rooms; CBT follows individual test center rules.

Exam‑Day Rules

- Paper‑Based Testing (PBT): Strictly complete answer sheets per proctor instructions. The 10‑minute mandatory break is only triggered after submitting the first 75 questions, with no revisions allowed for the first half after the break.

- Computer‑Based Testing (CBT): System‑automated timing applies. Follow on‑screen prompts for Hot Spot and other interactive items to ensure successful answer submission.


Scores & Certification

- Score Release: PBT results are generally released 4–6 weeks after the exam; CBT results are available immediately upon completion. PMI does not disclose the exact passing score, which is determined by the percentage of correctly answered scored questions.

- Certification: Digital certificates are downloadable from your PMI account approximately 6–8 weeks after passing. Physical certificates can be mailed at the candidate’s own expense.

- Certification Maintenance: CAPM certification is valid for 5 years. Candidates must either retake the exam or earn 60 Professional Development Units (PDUs) plus pay renewal fees every 5 years to maintain certification validity.

Sample questions

CAPM · Q1
Question#1 Once the make-or-buy analysis is completed, which document defines the project delivery method?
  • A.
    Procurement statement of work (SOW)
  • B.
    Procurement strategy
  • C.
    Terms of reference
  • D.
    Change request

Answer: B

The procurement strategy is the document that defines the project's delivery method after make-or-buy analysis. It outlines how procurement activities will be conducted, including the delivery approach. Option A (Procurement SOW) details the work to be performed, not the delivery method. Option C (Terms of reference) defines the purpose and scope of a project or activity but not the delivery method. Option D (Change request) is used to propose modifications to project elements, not to define delivery methods.
CAPM · Q2
Question#2 A project is just beginning, and management creates a long list of potential stakeholders. Which statement about identifying and engaging stakeholders is correct?
  • A.
    The project manager should identify and deal with stakeholders only during the execution phase.
  • B.
    Stakeholder satisfaction should be identified immediately and managed as a project objective.
  • C.
    The project manager should focus on project objectives and deal with stakeholders as a secondary priority.
  • D.
    Stakeholder satisfaction is the most important goal, and project objectives should be considered a secondary priority.

Answer: B

Stakeholder satisfaction is a critical project objective that should be identified and managed from the project's start. Engaging stakeholders early and throughout the project ensures alignment with their needs. Option A is incorrect because stakeholder identification and engagement should occur in all phases, not just execution. Option C is wrong because stakeholders are not secondary—their support is vital to project success. Option D is incorrect because project objectives and stakeholder satisfaction are complementary, not mutually exclusive; neither is secondary to the other.
CAPM · Q3
Question#3 Which is an example of leveraging evolving trends and emerging practices in Project Integration Management?
  • A.
    Hybrid methodologies
  • B.
    Risk register updates
  • C.
    Outsourced project resources
  • D.
    Reliance on lessons learned documents

Answer: A

Hybrid methodologies (combining predictive and agile approaches) are an evolving trend in project management, directly related to Project Integration Management as they integrate different approaches to optimize project delivery. Option B (Risk register updates) is a standard risk management activity, not an emerging practice. Option C (Outsourced resources) is a long-standing procurement practice, not a trend. Option D (Lessons learned reliance) is a fundamental project management practice, not an emerging trend.
CAPM · Q4

Question#4 What should a project manager use to determine how much money is needed to complete a project?

  • A.
    Earned value management (EVM)
  • B.
    Estimate at completion (EAC)
  • C.
    Earned value analysis (EVA)
  • D.
    Budget at completion (BAC)

Answer: B

EAC (Estimate at Completion): The total projected cost required to finish the entire project, which directly answers how much money is needed to complete the project.

EVM (Earned Value Management): A full set of measurement methods, not a single cost number.

EVA (Earned Value Analysis): The analytical process of using EVM data, not a final cost value.

BAC (Budget at Completion): The original baseline budget, not a revised forecast of required funding.



A. Earned value management (EVM)
Incorrect

EVM is a performance‑tracking methodology, not a cost calculation result.

B. Estimate at completion (EAC)
Correct

EAC calculates the total expected cost to complete the whole project.

C. Earned value analysis (EVA)
Incorrect

This is the process of analyzing earned value metrics, not a final cost estimate.

D. Budget at completion (BAC)
Incorrect

BAC is the original planned budget, not an updated forecast of required funds.

CAPM · Q5
Question#5 The project manager is creating the communications management plan. Which group of inputs is required to begin?
  • A.
    Work performance reports, change requests, and risk register
  • B.
    Work performance data, project documents, and stakeholder engagement plan
  • C.
    Project charter, project management plan, and project documents
  • D.
    Work performance data, stakeholder register, and team management plan

Answer: C

The key inputs for creating a communications management plan include the project charter (provides high-level project information), project management plan (e.g., scope baseline), and project documents (e.g., stakeholder register, requirements documentation). Option A is incorrect because work performance reports and change requests are outputs of later processes, not inputs for plan creation. Option B is wrong because work performance data is not an input for this plan. Option D is incorrect because team management plan and work performance data are not required inputs.

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