KCNA — Chapter 8: Exam Tips & Mock Exam
Chapter 8: Exam Tips & Mock Exam
This chapter prepares you for exam day with strategies, common mistakes to avoid, two mock exams covering all five domains, and a final checklist.
What You’ll Learn
| # | Topic | Key Concepts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Exam Format & Strategy | Question types, time management, PSI exam platform |
| 2 | Study Techniques | Effective study methods, resource recommendations |
| 3 | Common Mistakes | Frequent exam pitfalls and how to avoid them |
| 4 | Mock Exam Part 1 | 15 questions — Kubernetes Fundamentals & Container Orchestration |
| 5 | Mock Exam Part 2 | 15 questions — Cloud Native Architecture, Observability & App Delivery |
| 6 | Final Checklist | Pre-exam checklist and confidence assessment |
KCNA Exam Quick Reference
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Format | Multiple-choice questions |
| Questions | ~60 questions |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score | 75% |
| Cost | $250 USD (includes one free retake) |
| Delivery | Online proctored via PSI |
| Validity | 3 years |
Domain Weights
| Domain | Weight | Chapters |
|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes Fundamentals | 46% | Ch 2, 3 |
| Container Orchestration | 22% | Ch 4 |
| Cloud Native Architecture | 16% | Ch 5 |
| Cloud Native Observability | 8% | Ch 6 |
| Cloud Native App Delivery | 8% | Ch 7 |
Kubernetes Fundamentals (46%) and Container Orchestration (22%) together make up 68% of the exam — focus your study time accordingly.
Chapter Roadmap
Exam Tips & Mock Exam
├── Exam Format & Strategy
│ └── Question types, time management, platform tips
├── Study Techniques
│ └── Study methods, schedules, resources
├── Common Mistakes
│ └── Frequent pitfalls and how to avoid them
├── Mock Exam Part 1 (15 questions)
│ └── K8s Fundamentals + Container Orchestration
├── Mock Exam Part 2 (15 questions)
│ └── Architecture + Observability + App Delivery
└── Final Checklist
└── Pre-exam review and confidence check
Let’s Get Started
Begin with understanding the exam format and strategies for success.
