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200-901 Practice Question: A script is using the Cisco Meraki API to fetch a…
A script is using the Cisco Meraki API to fetch a list of organizations. The script needs to authenticate with an API key. Where should the API key be included in the request?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the fact that many APIs use standard Bearer tokens, but the Meraki API specifically uses a custom header, so candidates mistakenly choose the Authorization header option without reading the vendor-specific documentation.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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In the request header as 'X-Cisco-Meraki-API-Key'.
The Cisco Meraki API requires the API key to be sent in a custom HTTP header named 'X-Cisco-Meraki-API-Key'. This is a vendor-specific authentication mechanism, not a standard Bearer token. Including the key in this header ensures the request is authenticated without exposing the key in the URL or body.
Answer analysis
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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In the HTTP Authorization header using Bearer scheme.
Why it's wrong here
Bearer tokens are used for OAuth; Meraki uses a custom header.
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In the request body as a JSON field.
Why it's wrong here
API keys are typically not sent in the body; Meraki expects it in the header.
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In the request URL as a query parameter.
Why it's wrong here
Passing API keys in URLs is insecure and not how Meraki API accepts authentication.
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In the request header as 'X-Cisco-Meraki-API-Key'.
Why this is correct
Meraki API uses the custom header 'X-Cisco-Meraki-API-Key' for API key authentication.
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