SAUTO Network Security Practice Question
A network engineer is using the Cisco Firepower Management Center (FMC) API to retrieve access control policy information. Which HTTP method should be used to perform a read-only request for a specific policy resource?
Answer choices
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
The GET method is the standard HTTP verb used to retrieve data from a REST API resource without modifying it.
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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GET
Why this is correct
GET is used to retrieve data.
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PATCH
Why it's wrong here
PATCH is used for partial updates to resources.
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POST
Why it's wrong here
POST is used to create new resources.
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PUT
Why it's wrong here
PUT is used to update or replace resources.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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