Free CPA Practice Test

The CPA exam is required for accounting licensure in the US. It covers auditing, business concepts, financial accounting, and regulation.

Sections

Auditing & Attestation (AUD), Business Environment & Concepts (BEC), Financial Accounting & Reporting (FAR), Regulation (REG)

Duration

4 hours per section

Score Range

0–99 (75+ to pass)

Study Tips

Study one section at a time. FAR is typically the hardest — start there. Use BrainForge's practice questions to reinforce concepts between study sessions.

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Frequently Asked Questions — CPA

How many sections does the CPA Exam have?

The CPA Exam has four core sections: AUD (Auditing), FAR (Financial Accounting), REG (Regulation), and the ISC/BAR/TCP discipline section. You must pass all within an 18-month window.

What is the CPA Exam pass rate?

Pass rates vary by section: AUD (~46%), BEC (~60%), FAR (~44%), REG (~55%). FAR typically has the lowest pass rate due to its breadth of content.

How long does it take to pass the CPA Exam?

Most candidates spend 12-18 months to pass all four sections, studying 300-400 hours per section. Pass rates are highest when studying one section at a time.