200-901 Software Development and Design Practice Question
A Python script uses the 'requests' library to make a POST request to create a new resource. Which HTTP status code indicates successful creation?
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Why each option matters
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201 Created
According to the REST API conventions, a successful POST request returns status code 201 Created.
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204 No Content
Why it's wrong here
204 No Content is often used for DELETE or PUT requests without a body.
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200 OK
Why it's wrong here
200 OK is typically used for GET requests, not for creation.
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301 Moved Permanently
Why it's wrong here
301 is a redirect status code, not for creation.
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201 Created
Why this is correct
201 Created is the standard response for a successful POST request that creates a resource.
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