Adobe Certification 9A0-386

Walking into the 9A0-386 exam unprepared for its pace is a risk you do not need to take. The Getcertkey test engines recreate the pressure of the Adobe Analytics Architect testing environment, so when exam day arrives in 2026, it feels like just another practice session.

Adobe 9A0-386 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	Adobe
Exam Name:	Adobe Analytics Architect
Exam Number:	9A0-386
Real Exam Qty:	50
Exam Duration:	100 minutes
Available Languages:	Japanese, English
Related Certifications:	Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) - Adobe Analytics Architect
Passing Score:	69%
Exam Price:	USD $225
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice, Multiple Response
Certificate Validity Period:	2 years
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Online proctored or onsite testing through Adobe authorized testing providers.
Pre Condition:	Recommended: 1-3 years of experience implementing Adobe Analytics and familiarity with Adobe Experience Cloud solutions.
Official Syllabus URL:	https://training.adobe.com/certification.html

Adobe 9A0-386 Exam Syllabus Topics:

9A0-386 Exam FAQs for 2026 Candidates

Which certification does the 9A0-386 exam lead to?

The 9A0-386 exam is the official Adobe exam behind the Adobe Certification certification, validating the skills measured by the Adobe Analytics Architect credential. It sits at the Expert level of the Adobe certification program. It also connects to Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) - Adobe Analytics Architect, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the 9A0-386 exam, and how much time do I get?

The 9A0-386 exam contains 50 questions to be completed within 100 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 9A0-386 exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the 9A0-386 exam is 69%, and the official registration fee is USD $225. 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 60 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 9A0-386 exam?

Recommended: 1-3 years of experience implementing Adobe Analytics and familiarity with Adobe Experience Cloud solutions. Requirements can change when Adobe revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the 9A0-386 practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free 9A0-386 PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if Adobe 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 9A0-386 exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every Adobe Analytics Architect 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 9A0-386 exam?

The Adobe Analytics Architect exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:

• Discovery — 20% of the exam
• Implementation — 25% of the exam
• Solution Design — 40% 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.

Adobe Analytics Architect Sample Questions:

Question #1
You want to import the volume, chapter, page and paragraph numbering styles from one document into another. Which option should you check in the Import Formats dialog box?

A. Paragraph Formats
B. Variable Definitions
C. Document Properties
D. Page Layouts

Question #2
Click the Exhibit button.

Which pair of autonumbering formats can you use to create the autonumbered list shown in the exhibit?

A. N:<n+>.\\t and N:Figure <A+>:\\t
B. F:<n+>.\\t and F:Figure <A+>:\\t
C. N:<n+>.\\t and F:Figure <A+>:\\t
D. <n+>.\\t and Figure <A+>:\\t

Question #3
You want to create a single clickable hypertext word in the middle of a paragraph, rather than making the entire paragraph active. What should you do?

A. apply a character format to the single word
B. outline the single word in a text frame
C. underline the single word with the line drawing tool
D. use a hypertext command that references the word rather than the paragraph

Question #4
You have attempted to apply a table format to a table, but the appearance of the table does NOT match the applied table format. Why would this happen?

A. The table was copied into your document from another application.
B. The margins of the paragraph formats applied to the table text conflict with the default cell margin of the table.
C. The original format of the table remains as defined by the page layout of the document.
D. The table contains custom ruling or shading.

Question #5
What happens when you make a formatting change in the Paragraph Designer and click Update All?

A. All instances of the paragraph tag are changed, and the Paragraph Catalog is updated.
B. All instances of the paragraph tag are changed, but the Paragraph Catalog is not modified.
C. A new paragraph tag is created.
D. You create an override to the paragraph tag.

Solutions: