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200-901 Practice Question: A developer is designing a REST API for a network…
A developer is designing a REST API for a network automation tool. Which HTTP method should be used to retrieve the current configuration of a network device?
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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GET
GET is the standard HTTP method for retrieving resources without side effects. Option A (DELETE) is used for removing resources, not retrieval. Option C (PUT) is used for updating resources. Option D (POST) is used for creating resources. Therefore, only GET is appropriate for safe retrieval.
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Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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DELETE
Why it's wrong here
DELETE is used to remove resources, not retrieve them.
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GET
Why this is correct
GET is the correct method for retrieving resource representations; it is safe and idempotent.
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PUT
Why it's wrong here
PUT is used to update or replace resources, not for simple retrieval.
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POST
Why it's wrong here
POST is used to create resources, not retrieve them; it is not safe or idempotent for retrieval.
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