Understanding API Concepts and Functions

What does API stand for?

• Application Protocol Interface

• Automated Programming Integration

• Application Programming Interface

• Advanced Program Interaction

How does a REST API typically function in terms of communication?

• It sends data directly from one application to another without a server.

• A client makes a call to a server and receives data back over HTTP.

• It uses a peer-to-peer network for data exchange.

• Data is transferred via email protocols.

What is the format of the structured data returned by the Facebook Graph API?

• XML

• HTML

• JSON

• CSV

What is the primary purpose of adding parameters to an API request URL?

• To increase the security of the request.

• To filter or specify the data returned by the API.

• To change the type of API being used.

• To authenticate the user making the request.

What does an HTTP status code of 200 OK indicate?

• An error occurred.

• The request was successful.

• The resource was not found.

• The server is busy.

What does the "X-RateLimit-Limit" header in an API response represent?

• The number of requests remaining in the current window.

• The total number of requests allowed within a rate limit period.

• The time until the rate limit resets.

• The current number of active users.

Which HTTP request method is typically used to retrieve data from an API?

• POST

• PUT

• DELETE

• GET

What is a key advantage of using a tool like Postman for API requests compared to a normal web browser?

• It automatically generates API documentation.

• It allows for more complex API requests, including adding a body and headers.

• It provides real-time analytics on API performance.

• It encrypts all API traffic by default.