Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate DP-200

The Microsoft Implementing an Azure Data Solution exam has a reputation for breadth, and many candidates underestimate how much ground it covers. Getcertkey closes those gaps with 242 practice questions that reflect the style and difficulty you can expect in 2026.

Microsoft DP-200 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Microsoft
Exam Name:	Implementing an Azure Data Solution
Exam Number:	DP-200
Available Languages:	Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), English, Korean
Related Certifications:	Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate DP-201 Designing an Azure Data Solution
Exam Duration:	180 minutes
Exam Price:	USD 165
Certificate Validity Period:	Retired (was active until June 30, 2021)
Exam Format:	Multiple choice, Scenario-based questions, Case studies
Passing Score:	700 (scaled score – Microsoft general technical exam standard)
Real Exam Qty:	40–60
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Onsite or online proctored via Pearson VUE
Pre Condition:	There were no formal prerequisites, but candidates typically had Azure data experience and could benefit from fundamental Azure certifications such as AZ-900 or DP-900.
Official Syllabus URL:	https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/dp-200

Microsoft DP-200 Exam Syllabus Topics:

DP-200 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the DP-200 exam lead to?

The DP-200 exam is the official Microsoft exam behind the Azure Data Engineer Associate certification, validating the skills measured by the Microsoft Implementing an Azure Data Solution credential. It sits at the Associate level of the Microsoft certification program. It also connects to Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, DP-201 Designing an Azure Data Solution, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the DP-200 exam, and how much time do I get?

The DP-200 exam contains 40–60 questions to be completed within 180 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 DP-200 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the DP-200 exam is 700 (scaled score – Microsoft general technical exam standard), and the official registration fee is USD 165. 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 242 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 DP-200 exam?

There were no formal prerequisites, but candidates typically had Azure data experience and could benefit from fundamental Azure certifications such as AZ-900 or DP-900. Requirements can change when Microsoft revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the DP-200 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free DP-200 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Microsoft revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the DP-200 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Microsoft Implementing an Azure Data Solution purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.

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What topics are covered in the DP-200 exam?

The Microsoft Implementing an Azure Data Solution exam blueprint is organized into 3 domains. The first three are:

• Implement Data Storage Solutions — 40-45 of the exam
• Monitor and Optimize Data Solutions — 30-35 of the exam
• Manage and Develop Data Processing — 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 Implementing an Azure Data Solution Sample Questions:

Question 1

You plan to implement an Azure Cosmos DB database that will write 100,000 JSON every 24 hours. The database will be replicated to three regions. Only one region will be writable.
You need to select a consistency level for the database to meet the following requirements:
Guarantee monotonic reads and writes within a session.
Provide the fastest throughput.
Provide the lowest latency.
Which consistency level should you select?

A. Consistent Prefix
B. Eventual
C. Bounded Staleness
D. Session
E. Strong

Question 2

Note: This question is part of a series of questions that present the same scenario. Each question in the series contains a unique solution that might meet the stated goals. Some questions sets might have more than one correct solution, while others might not have a correct solution.
After you answer a question in this section, you will NOT be able to return to it. As a result, these questions will not appear in the review screen.
You need to configure data encryption for external applications.
Solution:
1. Access the Always Encrypted Wizard in SQL Server Management Studio
2. Select the column to be encrypted
3. Set the encryption type to Deterministic
4. Configure the master key to use the Azure Key Vault
5. Validate configuration results and deploy the solution
Does the solution meet the goal?

A. Yes
B. No

Question 3

You plan to create a new single database instance of Microsoft Azure SQL Database.
The database must only allow communication from the data engineer's workstation. You must connect directly to the instance by using Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio.
You need to create and configure the Database. Which three Azure PowerShell cmdlets should you use to develop the solution? To answer, move the appropriate cmdlets from the list of cmdlets to the answer area and arrange them in the correct order.

Question 4

Use the following login credentials as needed:
Azure Username: xxxxx
Azure Password: xxxxx
The following information is for technical support purposes only:
Lab Instance: 10543936

You plan to enable Azure Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
You need to ensure that [email protected] can manage any databases hosted on an Azure SQL server named SQL10543936 by signing in using his Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) user account.
To complete this task, sign in to the Azure portal.

Question 5

You manage a Microsoft Azure SQL Data Warehouse Gen 2.
Users report slow performance when they run commonly used queries. Users do not report performance changes for infrequently used queries You need to monitor resource utilization to determine the source of the performance issues. Which metric should you monitor?

A. Cache used percentage
B. Local tempdb percentage
C. WU percentage
D. CPU percentage

Solutions: