IBM Analytics C2090-616

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IBM C2090-616 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	IBM
Exam Name:	IBM DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW
Exam Number:	C2090-616
Related Certifications:	IBM Certified Advanced Database Administrator - DB2 IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 IBM Certified Solution Expert - DB2
Exam Price:	USD 200 (varies by region)
Exam Format:	Multiple choice, Multiple response
Passing Score:	60-65%
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Available Languages:	English
Exam Duration:	90 minutes
Real Exam Qty:	60-65
Recommended Training:	IBM DB2 Training Courses
Exam Registration:	IBM Certification Registration Pearson VUE IBM Exams
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Proctored online or authorized test center (Pearson VUE)
Pre Condition:	No formal prerequisites; basic knowledge of databases and SQL recommended.
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.ibm.com/training/certification

IBM C2090-616 Exam Syllabus Topics:

C2090-616 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the C2090-616 exam lead to?

The C2090-616 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified Associate - DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW credential. It sits at the Associate level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2, IBM Certified Advanced Database Administrator - DB2, IBM Certified Solution Expert - DB2, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the C2090-616 exam, and how much time do I get?

The C2090-616 exam contains 60-65 questions to be completed within 90 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 C2090-616 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the C2090-616 exam is 60-65%, and the official registration fee is USD 200 (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 65 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 C2090-616 exam?

No formal prerequisites; basic knowledge of databases and SQL recommended. Requirements can change when IBM revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

How do I register for the C2090-616 exam?

You can book the IBM DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW exam through the official registration channels below:

• IBM Certification Registration
• Pearson VUE IBM Exams

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Proctored online or authorized test center (Pearson VUE). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the C2090-616 exam?

IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW exam:

• IBM DB2 Training Courses

Official courses build the foundation; the 65 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the C2090-616 practice questions before I buy?

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What topics are covered in the C2090-616 exam?

The IBM DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:

• Database Administration Basics
• SQL and Data Manipulation
• Performance and Utilities

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.

IBM DB2 11.1 Fundamentals for LUW Sample Questions:

Question #1
The following statements are executed:
GRANT CREATETAB, DATAACCESS, ON DATABASE TO ROLE role A;
GRANT CREATETAB, BINDADD ON DATABASE TO ROLE role B;
GRANT ROLE role A to USER db2inst3;
GRANT ROLE role B to USER db2inst3;
Which of the following is TRUE if this statement is executed later?
REVOKE ROLE roleB FROM USER db2inst3;

A. This statement will fail as CREATETAB is granted to two different roles and must be revoked at the same time
B. This statement will succeed with a warning since CREATETAB cannot be totally revoked. DB2INST3 will retain both roles
C. This statement will succeed and DB2 INST3 only retains DATAACCESS privileges on the database
D. This statement will succeed and DB2 INST3 will still be able to create in the database

Question #2
Which of the following is TRUE about DB2 OLAP functions?

A. OLAP aggregation functions are not supported with column organized tables
B. There are no DB2 monitor elements specific to OLAP functions
C. OLAP functions are not supported in a common table expression (CTE)
D. They return scalar values and not array values

Question #3
What is the maximum length allowed for a VARCHAR2 data type when the VARCHAR2_COMPAT database configuration parameter is set to ON?

A. 98016 bytes
B. 130688 bytes
C. 65344 bytes
D. 32672 bytes

Question #4
Which of the following compatibility features is always active, regardless of the settings for the DB2_COMPATIBILITY_VECTOR registry variable or the SQL_COMPAT global variable?

A. Selecting from the DUAL table
B. Implicit casting
C. Use of bitmap indexes
D. Double-dot notation

Question #5
Application 1 executes the following statements:
INSERT INTO TAB1 (NAME,AMOUNT) VALUES ('John,100);
COMMIT;
UPDATE TAB1 SET AMOUNT=90 WHERE NAME='John';
After a few seconds, application 2 executes the following query:
SELECT AMOUNT FROM TAB1 WHERE NAME='John'
Assuming the Currently Committed (CUR_COMMIT) configuration parameter is enabled, which of the following is TRUE?

A. Application 2 will read the amount of 90
B. Application 2 will enter lock-wait state until application 1 commits or the locktimeout value expires
C. Application 2 will receive a warning message
D. Application 2 will read the amount of 100

Solutions: