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Think of a Certified ScrumMaster practice exam as your personal training ground before the main event. It's a simulation designed to mirror the real CSM test, covering the same topics you learned in your certification course. It helps you get comfortable with the question formats and test your understanding of the Scrum framework, its roles, events, and artifacts in a low-pressure setting.
Taking a practice exam does more than just show you what you know; it builds confidence. It helps you pinpoint the exact areas where you might be a little shaky. By tackling these mock tests, you get a feel for the 60-minute time limit, learn to pace yourself, and reduce any anxiety you might have about the real certification exam. It's about walking in prepared, not just hopeful.
Question 1 of 50
In Scrum, there are three defined roles that make up the Scrum Team.
The goal isn't just to pass the practice test, but to learn from it. First, try to mimic real exam conditions: set a timer for 60 minutes and put away your notes. After you finish, the real work begins. Don't just look at what you got wrong; review what you got right, too. Sometimes you get lucky, and you need to understand the 'why' behind the correct answer. You might find yourself consistently struggling with questions about a specific Scrum event or role. That's your cue to go back and study that specific area.
Your score gives you a baseline, but the insights are in the details. Go through each question you flagged or answered incorrectly. Ask yourself: 'Why did I choose this answer? What was my misunderstanding?' Create a simple study plan focused on these knowledge gaps. For every wrong answer, find the corresponding principle in the Scrum Guide. This transforms the certified-scrummaster-practice-exam from a simple test into a powerful, personalized study guide.
The official Certified ScrumMaster exam, administered by the Scrum Alliance, consists of 50 multiple-choice questions. You will have 60 minutes to complete it, and the test is open book. To pass and earn your certification, you need to answer at least 37 questions correctly. The questions are designed to ensure you have a solid grasp of the core Scrum principles and practices taught during your CSM course.
You'll feel ready when you're not just memorizing terms but truly understanding the concepts behind them. A good sign is when you're consistently scoring well above the passing grade on different practice exams. More importantly, you should be able to explain 'why' a particular Scrum practice exists to someone else. When your confidence comes from understanding, not just memorization, you're in a great position to pass.