C++ Institute CPP

The CPP exam has a reputation for tripping up even experienced professionals. Dumpkiller breaks the C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer syllabus down into 230 practice questions with clear explanations, so tricky topics stop feeling intimidating.

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What Candidates Ask About the C++ Institute CPP Exam

Can you give me an overview of the CPP exam?

The C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer exam (code: CPP) is the official C++ Institute exam that leads to the C++ Certified Professional Programmer certification. It sits at the Professional level of the C++ Institute certification track. It is also connected with related credentials such as CPE – C++ Certified Entry-Level Programmer, CPA – C++ Certified Associate Programmer. Passing it proves to employers that your skills have been validated by C++ Institute itself, which is why the CPP credential keeps showing up in job postings.

How many questions are in the CPP exam, and how long does it take?

The C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer exam gives you 65 (+10 minutes for NDA/tutorial) to work through 40. Pacing matters more than most candidates expect, so before exam day, run at least one full timed session in the Dumpkiller test engine to learn how long you can afford per question. If an item stalls you, flag it and move on — coming back later beats burning five minutes on a single question.

What score do I need to pass the CPP exam, and how much does it cost?

The passing score for the C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is USD 295–325. Remember that a failed attempt means paying that fee in full again, so a timed self-assessment with Dumpkiller practice questions about a week before your exam date is a cheap way to confirm you are scoring comfortably above 70%.

Are there any prerequisites for the CPP exam?

According to C++ Institute, the following applies: No formal prerequisites; CPA certification strongly recommended. Certification policies do change from time to time, so confirm the latest requirements on the official exam page at https://cppinstitute.org/cpp before you register.

How do I register for the CPP exam?

You can book your C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer exam through the official channels below:

• C++ Institute Official CPP Page
• Pearson VUE Registration
• OpenEDG TestNow

Depending on availability in your region, the exam is delivered as Proctored at Pearson VUE test centers or online via OnVUE / TestNow.

What official training does C++ Institute recommend for the CPP exam?

C++ Institute lists the following training options for C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer candidates:

• OpenEDG Edube Learning Platform
• C++ Advanced – Cisco Networking Academy

Official courses build a solid foundation, and pairing them with the 230 practice questions from Dumpkiller shows you how ready you really are before you spend money on the exam itself.

Can I try the CPP practice questions before buying?

Yes. Dumpkiller offers a free CPP PDF demo so you can review the question style, difficulty, and explanations before committing to anything. After purchase, your C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer material includes 365 days of free updates, and if your product expires after that, you can extend the update service at a 50% discount from your member zone.

What happens if I do not pass the CPP exam, and how is my order delivered?

If you take the corresponding CPP exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can apply for a full refund under our 100% Money Back Guarantee, subject to a few conditions: the failed exam must be the one matching your purchase; sitting the exam within 3 days of purchase does not qualify, since that leaves too little preparation time; downloading the material without actually taking the exam does not qualify; free materials and expired orders are excluded; and the candidate name must match the payer name. To apply, send a scanned copy of your enrollment slip together with your official Score Report (PDF) within 2 days after the exam, and claims are processed within 7 days. If you would rather not take a refund, you can exchange your purchase for two free products of equal value while keeping the update service on the product you originally bought. As for delivery, everything is an instant download: your products are sent to your email within one minute of payment — contact customer service if nothing arrives within 2 hours — and there is no limit on the number of computers you can install the software on.

What topics are covered in the CPP exam?

The official C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer syllabus is organized into 5 main domains. The first three are Standard Template Library – Containers (25%), STL Utilities and Functional Library (15%), and STL – Iterators and Algorithms (25%). For the full domain-by-domain breakdown, see the complete Exam Topics outline above.

C++ Institute C++ Certified Professional Programmer Sample Questions:

Question #1
What will happen when you attempt to compile and run the code below, assuming that you enter the following sequence: one two three<enter>?
# include <iostream>
# include <string>
using namespace std;
int main ()
{
string a;
getline(cin, a);
cout<<a<<endl;
return 0;
}
Program will output:

A. one two three
B. runtime exception
C. the result is unspecified
D. one
E. compilation error

Question #2
What happens when you attempt to compile and run the following code?
#include <vector>
#include <iostream>
int main ()
{
std::vector<int>v1;
for(int i = 0; i<10; i++) {v1.push_back(i); }
v1.resize(4);
std::vector<int>::iterator it = v1.end();
v1.insert(v1.end()?1, 4);
for(int i=0 ; i<= v1.size(); i++) {std::cout<<v1.at(i)+v1[i]<<" "; }std::cout<<std::endl; return 0;
}

A. program outputs 0 2 4 8 6 and exception
B. program outputs 0 1 2 3 4
C. program outputs 0 2 4 8 6
D. compilation error
E. program outputs 0 2 4 6 8

Question #3
What will happen when you attempt to compile and run the following code?
#include <iostream>
using namespace std;
class C {};
template <class T>
class A {
T_v;
public:
A() {}
A(T v): _v(v){}
T getV() { return _v; }
void add(T a) { _v+=a; }
};
int main()
{
A<int> b;
A<C>a;
a.add(C());
cout << b.getV() <<endl;
return 0;
}

A. program will not compile
B. program will cause runtime exception
C. program will compile
D. program will display:0

Question #4
What happens when you attempt to compile and run the following code?
#include <iostream>
#include <algorithm>
#include <vector>
#include <set>
using namespace std;
void myfunction(int i) { cout << " " << i;
}
struct sequence {
int val,inc;
sequence(int s, int i):val(s),inc(i){}
int operator()(){
int r = val; val += inc;
return r;
}
};
int main() {
vector<int> v1(10);
fill(v1.begin(), v1.end(), sequence(1,1));
for_each(v1.begin(), v1.end(), myfunction);
return 0;
}
Program outputs:

A. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
B. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
C. compilation error
D. 10

Question #5
What happens when you attempt to compile and run the following code?
# include <vector>
# include <iostream>
# include <algorithm>
# include <functional>
using namespace std;
class B { int val;
public:
B(int v=0):val(v){}
int getV() const {return val;}
B operator +(const B &b )const { return B(val + b.val);} };
ostream & operator <<(ostream & out, const B & v) { out<<v.getV(); return out;} template<class T>struct Out {
ostream & out;
Out(ostream & o): out(o){}
void operator() (const T & val ) { out<<val<<" "; } };
template<typename A> struct Add : public binary_function<A, A, A> {
A operator() (const A & a, const A & b) const { return a+b; }};
int main() {
int t[]={1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10};
vector<B> v1(t, t+10);
vector<B> v2(10);
transform(v1.begin(), v1.end(), v2.begin(), bind1st(ptr_fun (Add<B>()), 1)); for_each(v2.rbegin(), v2.rend(), Out<B>(cout));cout<<endl;
return 0;
}
Program outputs:

A. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
B. compilation error
C. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
D. 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2
E. 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Solutions: