API REST API Fundamentals

Question 1

Which HTTP method is idempotent and used to fully replace a resource?

Accepted Answer

PUT

Answer

PUT is idempotent and replaces the entire resource at the specified URI.

Question 2

What HTTP status code indicates a resource was successfully created?

Accepted Answer

201 Created

Answer

201 Created is the standard response when a POST request successfully creates a new resource.

Question 3

Which HTTP status code means the client is not authorized and must authenticate?

Accepted Answer

401

Answer

401 Unauthorized indicates that authentication is required and has failed or not been provided.

Question 4

What does a 404 HTTP status code indicate?

Accepted Answer

Resource not found

Answer

404 Not Found means the server cannot locate the requested resource at the given URI.

Question 5

Which HTTP method should be used for partial updates to a resource?

Accepted Answer

PATCH

Answer

PATCH is designed for partial modifications to an existing resource.

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