TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE: HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (004)
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About the TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE Exam
Infrastructure as Code — build, change, and version infrastructure safely and efficiently
200 original practice questions for the HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (004) certification. Every question includes detailed explanations, scenario-based context, and exam tips.
Who Should Take This Exam?
The TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE is designed for IT professionals with some hands-on experience. 6-12 months of hands-on experience recommended.
Typical study time: 4-8 weeks of focused study
Exam Quick Facts
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE |
| Title | HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (004) |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Questions | 57 |
| Pass Score | 70% |
| Cost | $70.50 USD |
| Provider | PSI |
| Validity | 2 years |
| Question Types | Multiple choice, Multiple select, Fill in the blank |
| Official Page | View on HashiCorp → |
Exam Domains & Weights
The TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE exam covers 8 domains. Focus your study time based on the weights below — higher-weighted domains have more exam questions.
| Domain | Weight | Practice Qs |
|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform | 8% | 16 |
| Terraform Fundamentals | 10% | 20 |
| Core Terraform Workflow | 15% | 30 |
| Terraform Configuration | 20% | 40 |
| Terraform Modules | 12% | 24 |
| Terraform State Management | 12% | 24 |
| Maintain Infrastructure with Terraform | 10% | 20 |
| HCP Terraform | 13% | 26 |
| Total | 100% | 200 |
💡 Study tip: Terraform Configuration carries the most weight (20%) — start there. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform has the least (8%), but don’t skip it — exam questions can come from any domain.
Practice Exam — 200 Questions
Prepare for the TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE with our 200-question practice exam covering all 8 exam domains. Every question includes detailed explanations and maps to official exam objectives.
What you get:
- ✅ Exam simulation mode with timer
- ✅ Spaced repetition for weak areas
- ✅ Detailed explanations for every question
- ✅ Progress tracking across domains
- ✅ 20 free questions — no account needed
HashiCorp Certification Path
Each HashiCorp cert is standalone at Associate level. Terraform Associate is the most popular starting point.
Related HashiCorp Certifications
If you’re studying for the TERRAFORM-ASSOCIATE, you might also be interested in these HashiCorp certifications:
- CONSUL-ASSOCIATE: HashiCorp Certified: Consul Associate (003) — 200 practice questions
- VAULT-ASSOCIATE: HashiCorp Certified: Vault Associate (003) — 200 practice questions
Study Tips
- Start with the heaviest domain — focus your time where the exam focuses its questions
- Use our practice exam — try the 20 free questions first to gauge your readiness
- Review explanations — don’t just check if you got it right; read why each answer is correct
- Simulate exam conditions — use the timed exam mode to practice under pressure
- Check the official page — official exam details always have the latest objectives