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The CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) is a core-level CompTIA certification. The exam has 90 questions, runs 90 minutes, costs $253, and requires a passing score of 700/900. CertSharp provides 500 exam-style 220-1202 practice questions — 30 free with no credit card — each with a detailed explanation.

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Questions

90

Duration

90 minutes

Passing Score

700/900

Exam Cost

$253

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Exam Domains Covered

Every question maps to an official 220-1202 domain

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Operating Systems (28%)

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Security (28%)

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Software Troubleshooting (23%)

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Operational Procedures (21%)

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Security and OS scenarios mirror the real A+ performance-based questions — apply the fix, not just name the feature

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Every explanation teaches the why behind malware removal steps, permissions, and OS configuration

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Security questions calibrated to the 28% domain weight that decides many Core 2 results

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Updated for the 220-1202 (4.0) objectives — modern Windows, mobile, and security practices

Free Sample Questions

220-1202 Practice Questions (Free Sample)

Real 220-1202 exam-style questions from our 500-question CompTIA A+ Core 2 bank, each with the correct answer and a detailed explanation.

Question 1 — 220-1202

A user reports their Windows PC is slow and shows pop-ups even when no browser is open. Following CompTIA best practices for malware removal, what should the technician do immediately after identifying and verifying the malware symptoms?

  • A

    Run a full antivirus scan and remove the threats

  • B

    Quarantine the infected system (disconnect from the network)

  • C

    Disable System Restore and create a fresh restore point

  • D

    Educate the end user about safe browsing

Correct answer: B — Explanation

In the CompTIA malware removal process, after identifying and verifying symptoms you quarantine the system — disconnect it from the network to stop the malware spreading or communicating. Disabling System Restore and remediating come next, scanning is part of remediation, and user education is the final step. Quarantining first contains the threat before any cleanup begins.

  1. Question 2Operating SystemsEasy

    Which Windows command-line tool is used to display the current user account name?

    • A

      net user

    • B

      hostname

    • C

      winver

    • D

      whoami

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: D — whoami

    whoami displays the current logged-in user account name including domain. net user manages accounts, hostname shows computer name, winver shows Windows version.

  2. Question 3Operating SystemsMedium

    Which cloud collaboration tool is primarily designed for team messaging, file sharing, and integrations with other apps?

    • A

      Microsoft Teams

    • B

      Microsoft OneDrive

    • C

      Microsoft SharePoint

    • D

      Exchange Online

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: A — Microsoft Teams

    Microsoft Teams is designed for team messaging, persistent chat channels, video meetings, and third-party app integrations. Microsoft OneDrive provides personal and organizational cloud file storage and sync. Microsoft SharePoint is a document management and intranet collaboration platform. Exchange Online delivers hosted email and calendar services.

  3. Question 4Operating SystemsEasy

    A user wants to install a downloaded macOS application packaged as a .dmg file. What is the correct installation process?

    • A

      Open the .dmg file and run the included installer package directly from the download folder

    • B

      Double-click the .dmg to mount it, then drag the .app to the Applications folder

    • C

      Right-click the .dmg file, select Open With, then choose Install Application from the menu

    • D

      Open Terminal and run 'sudo installer -pkg application.pkg -target /' to install the app

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: B — Double-click the .dmg to mount it, then drag the .app to the Applications folder

    A .dmg (disk image) mounts as a virtual drive when double-clicked. The standard installation process is to drag the .app bundle from the mounted image to the /Applications folder. Some DMGs include a .pkg installer file instead, which launches a guided install wizard.

  4. Question 5Operating SystemsMedium

    What is the purpose of the "gpupdate /force" command?

    • A

      Refresh Group Policy settings immediately

    • B

      Display Group Policy results

    • C

      Reset Group Policy to defaults

    • D

      Remove applied Group Policy

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: A — Refresh Group Policy settings immediately

    gpupdate /force reapplies all policy settings from Active Directory or local GPO, even if unchanged. gpresult displays current policy set.

  5. Question 6Operating SystemsEasy

    Which Windows command-line tool displays the current IP configuration (IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway) and can release or renew a DHCP lease?

    • A

      ping

    • B

      tracert

    • C

      ipconfig

    • D

      netstat

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: C — ipconfig

    ipconfig displays the current TCP/IP configuration and can release/renew DHCP leases (/release, /renew) and flush the DNS resolver cache (/flushdns); changing static IP settings is done with netsh or the network adapter GUI. ping tests connectivity, tracert traces the route to a host, and netstat shows active connections and listening ports.

  6. Question 7Operating SystemsMedium

    Which Windows feature allows you to create a restore point before installing a new driver?

    • A

      System Restore

    • B

      Backup and Restore

    • C

      File History

    • D

      System Image Backup

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    Correct answer: A — System Restore

    System Restore creates restore points that capture snapshots of system files, installed programs, and the Windows registry. It can undo system changes without affecting personal data files. Backup and Restore and File History protect user data but do not capture system state. System Image Backup creates a complete sector-level disk image of the entire volume.

  7. Question 8Operating SystemsEasy

    Which cloud-based productivity tool from Microsoft includes Word, Excel, and PowerPoint online with real-time collaboration?

    • A

      Google Workspace (formerly G Suite)

    • B

      Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365)

    • C

      Apple iWork (Pages, Numbers, Keynote)

    • D

      Zoho Workplace (Writer, Show, Connect)

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: B — Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365)

    Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365) delivers cloud-hosted versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and real-time co-authoring features. Google Workspace is Google's competing suite. Apple iWork (Pages, Numbers, Keynote) is Apple's productivity suite. Zoho Workplace is Zoho's equivalent cloud offering.

  8. Question 9Operating SystemsMedium

    Which Linux command is used to copy files and directories recursively?

    • A

      cp -r

    • B

      mv -r

    • C

      rsync -a

    • D

      dd

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: A — cp -r

    cp -r (recursive) copies a directory tree and all its contents to a new location. mv relocates files or directories but does not use -r for the same recursive tree copy behavior. rsync -a performs archive-mode synchronization, preserving permissions and timestamps, but is a sync utility rather than a simple copy. dd performs low-level block device cloning, not standard file-level recursive copies.

  9. Question 10Operating SystemsEasy

    Which Windows tool is used to create, mount, and manage virtual hard disk (VHD) files?

    • A

      Disk Management

    • B

      Disk Cleanup

    • C

      Defragment and Optimize Drives

    • D

      Performance Monitor

    Show answer & explanation

    Correct answer: A — Disk Management

    Disk Management (diskmgmt.msc) can create, attach, and detach VHD/VHDX files. The other tools do not manage virtual disks.

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Everything you need to know about CompTIA A+ Core 2

What is the CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) exam?
Core 2 (220-1202) is the second of two exams for the CompTIA A+ certification. It covers operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. The exam has up to 90 questions, runs 90 minutes, costs $253, and requires a passing score of 700/900.
Do I need both A+ exams to be certified?
Yes. CompTIA A+ requires passing both Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202). The certification is awarded only after both exams are passed.
How hard is A+ Core 2?
Core 2 is entry-level but security-heavy. The operating systems and security domains (combined 56%) carry the most weight. Performance-based questions on OS tasks and malware removal require hands-on familiarity. Most candidates need 4–8 weeks.
What is the A+ Core 2 passing score?
The 220-1202 passing score is 700 on a scale of 100–900 — higher than Core 1. CompTIA uses scaled scoring, so the exact number of correct answers needed varies by exam form.
How many questions are on A+ Core 2?
The 220-1202 exam has up to 90 questions, including multiple-choice and performance-based questions, with a 90-minute time limit.
What topics are on A+ Core 2?
Key topics: Windows/macOS/Linux/mobile operating systems, security concepts and malware removal, software troubleshooting methodology, and operational procedures such as documentation, safety, and change management.
How long to study for A+ Core 2?
Most candidates study 4–8 weeks. Focus on the security domain and the CompTIA malware removal steps, and practice common Windows administrative tasks for the performance-based questions.
How long is CompTIA A+ valid?
CompTIA A+ is valid for 3 years from the date you complete both exams. You can renew through the Continuing Education program by earning CEUs or a higher-level CompTIA certification.
How much does the 220-1202 exam cost?
Each CompTIA A+ exam costs $253 USD. Because A+ requires passing both Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202), the full certification costs two exam vouchers.
Is there a free 220-1202 practice test?
Yes. CertSharp offers a free 220-1202 practice test for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 exam: 30 questions per session with detailed explanations, no credit card required. The full 500-question 220-1202 bank, including timed exam mode, is $11.99 one-time with lifetime access.

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