CompTIA Data+ V2 Study Guide (2026) - Pass on Your First Attempt
📋 2026 Edition  ·  Updated May 2026

CompTIA Data+ V2
comptia-data-plus-v2 Study Guide — Pass First Attempt

Complete exam coverage for the CompTIA Data+ V2. Every domain, every key topic — structured so you study smart, not hard. Built around the official exam blueprint.

90
Questions
90 min
Duration
675
Passing score
5
Domains
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Exam at a Glance

Everything you need to know before you start

Key facts about the CompTIA Data+ V2 exam structure, format, and scoring.

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comptia-data-plus-v2
Exam code
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90 questions
Total questions
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90 minutes
Duration
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675
Passing score
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5 domains
Exam domains
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Valid 3 years
Certification validity
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Online / In-person
Testing mode
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Globally recognised
Credential type
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Scoring method: The CompTIA Data+ exam is scored on a scale of 100–900. A minimum score of 675 is required to pass. Results are provided immediately upon exam completion.. The exam may include unscored pilot questions — treat every question seriously.
Focus Areas

What should you study for the CompTIA Data+ V2 exam?

To pass the CompTIA Data+ V2 certification exam, you should focus on these core domains. The exam tests your ability to apply concepts in real-world scenarios — not just memorise definitions.

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Common mistake: Candidates memorise terminology but struggle with scenario-based questions. Focus on when to use what, not just what exists.
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Data Concepts and Environments (15%)
Covers types of data, data structures, databases, and data processing environments.
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Data Mining (25%)
Covers data collection, cleansing, transformation, and preparation for analysis.
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Data Analysis (23%)
Covers statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and applying analytical techniques to derive insights.
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Visualization (23%)
Covers creating, interpreting, and communicating data findings through charts, dashboards, and reports.
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Data Governance, Quality, and Controls (14%)
Covers data governance frameworks, data quality standards, privacy regulations, and compliance.
Full Syllabus

CompTIA Data+ V2 Exam Syllabus and Topics

The CompTIA Data+ V2 exam is divided into 5 domains. Each domain tests specific skills and contributes to your overall score. Click any domain to expand topics.

Data Concepts and Environments
Covers types of data, data structures, databases, and data processing environments.
15% ▼
Data Types and Structures
Structured vs Unstructured Data
Quantitative vs Qualitative Data
Time-Series Data
JSON, XML, CSV Formats
Database Concepts
Relational Databases
NoSQL Databases
OLTP vs OLAP
Data Warehouse vs Data Lake
~14 questions
15 marks
15% of exam weight
Data Mining
Covers data collection, cleansing, transformation, and preparation for analysis.
25% ▼
Data Collection Methods
APIs
Web Scraping
Surveys
Transactional Systems
ETL Processes
Data Cleaning and Transformation
Handling Missing Data
Outlier Detection
Normalization
Data Deduplication
Data Type Conversion
Querying and Filtering Data
SQL Queries (SELECT, JOIN, GROUP BY)
Filtering and Sorting
Aggregation Functions
Subqueries
~23 questions
25 marks
25% of exam weight
Data Analysis
Covers statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and applying analytical techniques to derive insights.
23% ▼
Descriptive Statistics
Mean, Median, Mode
Standard Deviation
Variance
Percentiles and Quartiles
Frequency Distributions
Inferential Statistics and Analysis
Hypothesis Testing
Confidence Intervals
Regression Analysis
Correlation vs Causation
Trend Analysis
Business and Predictive Analytics
Forecasting
Cohort Analysis
A/B Testing
Root Cause Analysis
Segmentation
~21 questions
23 marks
23% of exam weight
Visualization
Covers creating, interpreting, and communicating data findings through charts, dashboards, and reports.
23% ▼
Chart and Graph Types
Bar Charts
Line Charts
Pie Charts
Scatter Plots
Heat Maps
Histograms
Box Plots
Dashboards and Reports
KPI Dashboards
Interactive Visualizations
Report Design Best Practices
Storytelling with Data
Visualization Tools
Tableau
Power BI
Excel Charts
Google Data Studio
~21 questions
23 marks
23% of exam weight
Data Governance, Quality, and Controls
Covers data governance frameworks, data quality standards, privacy regulations, and compliance.
14% ▼
Data Quality
Accuracy
Completeness
Consistency
Timeliness
Data Profiling
Data Governance and Compliance
Data Ownership
Data Stewardship
GDPR and CCPA
Data Classification
Master Data Management (MDM)
~11 questions
14 marks
14% of exam weight
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Study Plan

CompTIA Data+ V2 Structured Study Roadmap

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Exam Strategy

Tips to pass CompTIA Data+ V2 on your first attempt

Tactical advice beyond content knowledge — what separates candidates who pass from those who retake.

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Data Mining is the largest domain (25%) — master ETL, SQL querying, and data cleaning techniques.
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Practice interpreting charts and dashboards — visualization questions appear frequently.
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Understand the difference between correlation and causation — it is a common exam trap.
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Study data governance and privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA) as a core compliance topic.
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Official
Official Exam Guide
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Practice Tests
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Reference
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Study Groups & Forums
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