The ISTQB qualifications are examined differently at each level:
Foundation Level
CTFL is examined by multiple choice, single questions up to a maximum of K3 level. More details on the exam structures for the different CTFL certificates can be on the ISTQB website at:
Advanced level
CTAL is examined by multiple choice, mainly scenario based, and includes analytical questions at K4 level. More details on the exam structures for the different CTAL certificates can be on the ISTQB website at:
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Expert Level
CTEL exams are a combination of essay based and practical experience, they can have questions at K5 and K6 level [Synthesise and Evaluate]. More details on the exam structures for the different CTAL certificates can be on the ISTQB website at: