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200-901 Practice Question: Which three capabilities are offered by the Cisco…
Which three capabilities are offered by the Cisco DNA Center REST API?
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between 'intent-based' (policy-driven) and 'direct device management' (CLI/SNMP) capabilities, so the trap here is assuming that DNA Center's API provides low-level device access like packet capture or CLI execution, when in fact it focuses on high-level automation and assurance.
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Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Intent-based API for business intent deployment
Cisco DNA Center's REST API offers an intent-based API that allows you to express business intent (e.g., 'deploy QoS for voice traffic') rather than configuring individual device commands. This abstraction layer translates high-level policies into device-specific configurations, enabling network automation and assurance. It is a core capability of the Cisco Platform Abstraction Layer (PAL).
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Intent-based API for business intent deployment
Why this is correct
DNA Center provides intent APIs.
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Real-time packet capture
Why it's wrong here
Not available via API.
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Device discovery and inventory
Why this is correct
API can discover and list devices.
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Direct command-line execution on managed devices
Why it's wrong here
Not an API capability.
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Site and building management
Why this is correct
API supports site management.
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