IBM certifications I 000-842

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IBM 000-842 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	IBM
Exam Name:	Rational Functional Tester for Java
Exam Number:	C9510-842
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years
Available Languages:	Japanese, English
Related Certifications:	IBM Certified Tester IBM Rational Software
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice, Scenario-based, Drag-and-drop
Exam Price:	Approx. $200 USD
Real Exam Qty:	54 - 61
Passing Score:	60% - 70%
Exam Duration:	90 - 120
Recommended Training:	IBM Education - Rational Functional Tester Training
Exam Registration:	IBM Certification Portal Pearson VUE IBM Exam Registration
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	In-person at Pearson VUE test centers or Online proctored via OnVUE
Pre Condition:	No mandatory prerequisites; recommended: basic Java programming, software testing concepts, and hands-on experience with Rational Functional Tester
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.ibm.com/certify

IBM 000-842 Exam Syllabus Topics:

000-842 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the 000-842 exam lead to?

The 000-842 exam is the official IBM exam behind the IBM Certified Solution Designer certification, validating the skills measured by the IBM Rational Functional Tester for Java credential. It sits at the Intermediate / Professional level of the IBM certification program. It also connects to IBM Rational Software, IBM Certified Tester, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 000-842 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 000-842 exam contains 54 - 61 questions to be completed within 90 - 120. 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 000-842 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 000-842 exam is 60% - 70%, and the official registration fee is Approx. $200 USD. 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 54 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 000-842 exam?

No mandatory prerequisites; recommended: basic Java programming, software testing concepts, and hands-on experience with Rational Functional Tester 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 000-842 exam?

You can book the IBM Rational Functional Tester for Java exam through the official registration channels below:

• IBM Certification Portal
• Pearson VUE IBM Exam Registration

As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: In-person at Pearson VUE test centers or Online proctored via OnVUE. Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.

What official training is recommended for the 000-842 exam?

IBM recommends the following training resources for the IBM Rational Functional Tester for Java exam:

• IBM Education - Rational Functional Tester Training

Official courses build the foundation; the 54 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.

Can I try the 000-842 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 000-842 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if IBM 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 000-842 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every IBM Rational Functional Tester for Java 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 000-842 exam?

The IBM Rational Functional Tester for Java exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:

• Environment & Project Setup — 30% of the exam
• Recording, Playback & Verification — 35% of the exam
• Integration & Tool Usage — 10% 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.

IBM Rational Functional Tester for Java Sample Questions:

Question 1

Given the following settings: Maximum acceptable recognition score 10000 Last chance recognition score 20000 Warn if accepted score is greater than 10000 Maximum time to attempt to find Test Object 20 How will RFT behave at runtime if the recognition score of a found object is 10000?

A. It will accept the found object after waiting for 20 seconds for an object with better recognition and write an Ambiguous Recognition Warning to the log.
B. It will accept the found object immediately and write nothing to the log.
C. It will throw anObjectNotFoundException after waiting for 20 seconds for an object with better recognition and write an Ambiguous Recognition Failure to the log.
D. It will immediately throw anObjectNotFoundException and write an Ambiguous Recognition Failure to the log.
E. It will accept the found object immediately and write an Ambiguous Recognition Warning to the log.
F. It will accept the found object after waiting for 20 seconds for an object with better recognition and write nothing to the log.

Question 2

How do you start the application under test?

A. use the Windows Start menu
B. click the Start Application button on the recording toolbar
C. open a command line and start the application by typing its name
D. simply begin recording

Question 3

Given the following:
ProcessTestObject pid = startApp("ClassicsJavaA");
What are two valid methods one can call with a ProcessTestObject? (Choose two.)

A. OK(pid).click()
B. pid.find(atDescendant("value", "OK"))
C. pid.duplicate()
D. pid.getObjects();
E. pid.kill()

Question 4

Which feature is NOT offered by the Object Map interface?

A. the ability to delete scripts that do not reference any test objects in the object map
B. the ability to find all test objects not referenced by scripts
C. the ability to merge two test objects
D. the ability to delete test objects that are not referenced by any scripts

Question 5

The two phases of playing back a script are script development and _____.

A. regression testing
B. unit testing
C. manual verification
D. reviewing results

Solutions: