200-901 Software Development and Design Practice Question
In the MVC (Model-View-Controller) pattern, which component is responsible for handling user input and updating the model?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the misconception that the Router is part of the MVC pattern, but in reality, the Router is a separate component used for URL dispatch, not for handling user input or updating the Model.
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Why each option matters
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Controller
In the MVC pattern, the Controller is the component that receives user input (e.g., HTTP requests, button clicks) and translates it into commands that update the Model. It acts as the intermediary between the View and the Model, ensuring that user actions trigger appropriate changes in the application's data layer.
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Controller
Why this is correct
Controller handles input and updates Model.
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Model
Why it's wrong here
Model manages data and business logic, not user input.
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Router
Why it's wrong here
Router is not part of MVC; it's for URL routing.
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View
Why it's wrong here
View displays data, does not handle input directly.
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