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Microsoft 98-364 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | MTA 98-364: Database Fundamentals |
| Exam Number: | 98-364 |
| Exam Format: | Hot Area, Active Screen, Multiple Choice, Multiple Response |
| Available Languages: | Portuguese (Brazil), French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Korean, English, Chinese (Simplified) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | No expiration (historical MTA certification; exam has been retired) |
| Passing Score: | 700 (on a 1000 scale) |
| Exam Price: | USD 127 (varies by region) |
| Related Certifications: | Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 40–60 |
| Exam Duration: | 45 minutes |
| Recommended Training: | Microsoft Learn - Database Fundamentals Learning Path |
| Exam Registration: | Microsoft Certification Registration (Pearson VUE) Microsoft Credentials Overview |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Proctored exam delivered online via Pearson VUE or in authorized test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites required (entry-level exam). Basic understanding of computers and data concepts recommended. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/mta-database-fundamentals/ |
Microsoft 98-364 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Create Database Objects | 20–25% | - Implement database objects
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| Understand Data Storage | 20–25% | - Database maintenance concepts
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| Manipulate Data | 25–30% | - Query data using SQL
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| Understand Core Database Concepts | 20–25% | - Relational database concepts
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98-364 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates
Which certification does the 98-364 exam lead to?
The 98-364 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Database Fundamentals certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft Database Fundamentals credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
How many questions are on the 98-364 exam, and how much time do I get?
The 98-364 exam contains 40–60 questions to be completed within 45 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.
What score do I need to pass the 98-364 exam, and what does it cost?
The passing score for the 98-364 exam is 700 (on a 1000 scale), and the official registration fee is USD 127 (varies by region). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 130 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.
Are there any prerequisites for the 98-364 exam?
No formal prerequisites required (entry-level exam). Basic understanding of computers and data concepts recommended. Requirements can change when Microsoft revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the 98-364 exam?
You can book the Microsoft Database Fundamentals exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Proctored exam delivered online via Pearson VUE or in authorized test centers. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the 98-364 exam?
Microsoft recommends the following training resources for the Microsoft Database Fundamentals exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 130 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the 98-364 practice questions before I buy?
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What topics are covered in the 98-364 exam?
The Microsoft Database Fundamentals exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:
- Create Database Objects — 20–25% of the exam
- Understand Core Database Concepts — 20–25% of the exam
- Manipulate Data — 25–30% of the exam
For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.
Microsoft Database Fundamentals Sample Questions:
Question 1
Which statement should you use to remove a foreign key?
A. ALTER FOREIGN KEY
B. DELETE FOREIGN KEY
C. DELETE TABLE
D. ALTER TABLE
Question 2
You need to disable User1's access to view the data in the Customer table. Which statement should you use?
A. Option C
B. Option B
C. Option A
D. Option D
Question 3
Which command should you use to remove a table from a database?
A. REMOVE TABLE
B. DROP TABLE
C. UPDATE TABLE
D. DELETE TABLE
Question 4
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Your class project requires that you help a charity to create a website that registers volunteers.
The website must store the following data about the volunteers:
Given name
Surname
Telephone number
Email address
You need to recommend a correct way to store the data.
What do you recommend?
A. Create a table that contains columns that are named given name, surname, phone number, and email.
B. Create a table that contains rows that are named given name, surname, phone number, and email.
C. Create a view that contains rows that are named given name surname, phone number, and email
D. Create a view that contains columns that are named given name surname, phone number, and email.
Question 5
HOTSPOT
Instructions: For each of the following statements, select Yes if the statement is true. Otherwise, select No. Each correct selection is worth one point.
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: D | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: B | Question 4 Answer: A | Question 5 Answer: Only visible for members |


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