CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Free Online Mock Test
90 Q / 90 min. PBQs + MCQ. Pass at 750/900. · Official language: English.
Intermediate
Tech & IT Certifications
90 questions
90 min
50 distinct variants
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CompTIA Security+ exam at a glance
CompTIA Security+ section breakdown
The CompTIA Security+ mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
CompTIA Security+ scoring & marking scheme
100–1000
Scaled score range
Strategy: CompTIA Security+ has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: Security+ (100-900, pass 750).
How CompTIA Security+ is conducted
Mode
Proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow (face detection, room scan, fullscreen lock, tab-switch detection).
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
CompTIA Security+ time strategy
With 90 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 60 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q)
Target ~60 sec/question. If a question takes more than 90 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
CompTIA Security+ topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of CompTIA Security+, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q)
- D2 — App vulnerabilities · 7
- D2 — Social attacks · 6
- D2 — Malware · 6
- D3 — Data protection · 5
- D3 — DR architecture · 5
- D3 — Network architecture · 4
- D1 — Cryptography · 3
- D2 — Network attacks · 3
Sample CompTIA Security+ questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge CompTIA Security+ bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q) · D1 — Security principles
Q1. Least privilege means:
Why: Correct answer: D — Granting users only the minimum permissions required to perform their duties. Topic: D1 — Security principles.
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q) · D1 — Security principles
Q2. Separation of duties prevents:
Why: Correct answer: A — Any single individual from completing a sensitive process end-to-end without oversight. Topic: D1 — Security principles.
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q) · D1 — Zero Trust
Q3. Zero Trust's guiding principle is best summarised as:
Why: Correct answer: B — Never trust, always verify — assume breach and authenticate every request. Topic: D1 — Zero Trust.
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q) · D1 — Zero Trust
Q4. In Zero Trust, the Policy Decision Point (PDP) typically resides on:
Why: Correct answer: C — The control plane. Topic: D1 — Zero Trust.
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q) · D1 — Change management
Q5. A change management process ensures changes are:
Why: Correct answer: D — Documented, approved, tested, and reversible. Topic: D1 — Change management.
Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q) · D1 — Posture
Q6. Gap analysis in security is best defined as:
Why: Correct answer: A — Comparing current security posture against a target baseline to identify deficiencies. Topic: D1 — Posture.
These are a handful of the 4500 unique CompTIA Security+ questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
CompTIA Security+ difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
90 Q / 90 min. PBQs + MCQ. Pass at 750/900. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's CompTIA Security+ bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for CompTIA Security+
Real test-day interface
Our cert skin mirrors the actual CompTIA Security+ testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
4500 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate real CompTIA Security+ test-day conditions.
Free to start
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the CompTIA Security+ exam pattern?
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) contains 90 questions across 1 section: Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 60 seconds per question).
- Does CompTIA Security+ have negative marking?
- No — CompTIA Security+ has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is CompTIA Security+ scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. Security+ (100-900, pass 750).
- How can I practise CompTIA Security+ online for free?
- Wrexa Edge offers free full-length CompTIA Security+ mock tests with instant scoring, detailed explanations, and 50 distinct variants. Sign up for free at Wrexa Edge and start practising in under a minute — no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of CompTIA Security+?
- CompTIA Security+ is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. 90 Q / 90 min. PBQs + MCQ. Pass at 750/900. · Official language: English.
- How long is the CompTIA Security+ exam?
- CompTIA Security+ runs for 90 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in CompTIA Security+?
- CompTIA Security+ is split into: Security+ — Full Exam (90 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 90 Q / 90 min. PBQs + MCQ. Pass at 750/900. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during CompTIA Security+?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the CompTIA Security+ test adaptive?
- No — CompTIA Security+ is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many CompTIA Security+ mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct CompTIA Security+ variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options. That's 4500 unique practice questions you can attempt, all in the real test-day interface, free to start.
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