Simulate real exam conditions
For the most realistic 220-1101 simulation, start a 60 or 120-question session, put away all notes, set a timer matching the real exam duration (90 minutes), and commit to each answer before moving forward. This trains the time management and decision-making skills the real exam tests.
What this 220-1101 mock exam covers
This free 220-1101 mock exam uses the same question distribution as the real CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1101 exam. Each session draws questions proportionally from all 5 blueprint domains published by CompTIA, so the topic mix you see accurately reflects what you'll face on test day.
220-1101 Domain Distribution
Mobile Devices
Networking
Hardware
Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
Every question is written by certified engineers against the 2026 220-1101 exam objectives. These are original practice questions — not dumps — so you build real understanding rather than memorising answers.
Mock exam vs practice test: what's the difference?
Both the mock exam and practice test use the same question bank. The difference is in how you use them — and when to use each during your 220-1101 study plan.
Practice test — for learning
Use the 220-1101 practice test when you are studying a domain. Answer questions, read every explanation immediately, and build understanding. Do 10–30 questions per domain per session. This is your primary study tool for the first 4 weeks.
Go to practice test →Mock exam — for simulation
Use the 220-1101 mock exam in the final 1–2 weeks before your test date. Complete a 60 or 120-question session without stopping, manage your time, then review all results at the end. This builds exam-day stamina and surfaces final weak spots.
Start 120-question mock →Start a mock exam session
Sample 220-1101 mock exam questions
Try these sample questions from the mock exam bank. Commit to an answer before revealing the explanation.
A user reports that the touchscreen on their smartphone is unresponsive in the bottom-left corner but works everywhere else. Which component is most likely failing?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
A technician is adding a wireless access point (AP) in an outbuilding connected via Ethernet to the main office network (192.168.1.0/24). After configuring the AP with a static IP of 192.168.1.250, clients can connect to Wi-Fi but cannot access the internet. The main office devices have no issues. What is the most likely cause?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
A technician is assembling a workstation for video editing. The motherboard has two DIMM slots and supports dual-channel DDR4-3200 memory. The user requests 32 GB of RAM. Which memory configuration will provide the best performance?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
A company wants to migrate its on-premises email server to the cloud. The IT director insists that the new solution require no management of the underlying operating system, application server, or patching. Which cloud service model should the organization choose?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
After a power outage, a desktop computer will not power on. The PSU fan does not spin, and no LEDs are lit. The technician tests the power supply with a PSU tester; all voltages are within spec. A multimeter reading at the motherboard's power button header shows 3.3V when the button is pressed. The power supply is also confirmed to work when tested in another system. What is the most likely cause?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation
Answer all 5 questions to see your domain score breakdown
220-1101 exam-day strategy
Sitting the 220-1101 under real exam conditions is a skill in itself. Candidates who underperform often do so not because of knowledge gaps, but because of poor time management or test anxiety. Use your final mock exam sessions to address both.
The 220-1101 gives you 0.1 minutes per question. Do not spend more than 90 seconds on any single question on the first pass. Flag difficult ones and return to them after completing the rest.
On every question, immediately eliminate obviously wrong choices. Even if you are unsure between two options, narrowing to two doubles your odds. Most 220-1101 distractors contain a subtle error — look for absolute language (always, never, only) as a red flag.
CompTIA writes many 220-1101 questions as realistic IT scenarios. Read the final sentence first — it tells you what is being asked. Then re-read the scenario with the question in mind to avoid wasting time on irrelevant details.
The real 220-1101 is a mental marathon. In the week before your exam, do at least two full 1000-question sessions on separate days to build concentration stamina. If you cannot focus for 90 minutes in practice, you will struggle on exam day.
220-1101 exam format and scoring
Questions
~1000
Multiple choice + scenario
Time limit
90 min
0.1 min per question
Passing score
675/1000
Scaled scoring
The 220-1101 uses scaled scoring — your raw percentage correct is converted to a score out of 1000. Consistently scoring above 80% on mock exams puts you well above the 675 threshold, giving you a buffer for any unexpected question types on the real exam.
220-1101 mock exam — frequently asked questions
Is this 220-1101 mock exam free?
Yes — all mock exam questions are completely free with no account required. Create a free Courseiva account to save your scores, see per-domain performance, and track your readiness over time. The platform is free forever, supported by advertising.
How does the 220-1101 mock exam differ from the practice test?
The practice test is optimised for learning: you see explanations after each question immediately. The mock exam is optimised for simulation: you answer all questions under time pressure and review at the end. Use practice tests for studying and mock exams for benchmarking.
What score should I aim for before booking my 220-1101 exam?
Aim for consistent scores of 80% or above on full-length 220-1101 mock exams before booking your test date. The official passing score of 675/1000 corresponds to roughly 72–75% correct answers, so an 80% buffer accounts for the difficulty variation and question styles on the real exam.
How many times should I do a full 220-1101 mock exam?
Most candidates who pass 220-1101 on their first attempt complete 3–5 full-length mock exams in the two weeks before their test. This is enough to identify final weak spots, build stamina, and verify readiness without over-stressing or running out of fresh questions.
Are these 220-1101 mock questions the same as exam dumps?
No — all Courseiva questions are original, written by certified engineers against public CompTIA exam blueprints. Exam dumps are memorised real exam questions shared illegally. Using dumps violates your CompTIA certification agreement and can result in your certification being revoked. Our questions make you genuinely competent, not just test-day lucky.
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