SAUTO Network Programmability Foundation Practice Question
Which JSON-related error occurs if you try to parse a string that is missing a closing brace?
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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JSONDecodeError
A 'JSONDecodeError' is raised when the parser encounters a syntax error, such as an incomplete object.
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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ValueError
Why it's wrong here
Too broad; a specific JSON error is raised.
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JSONDecodeError
Why this is correct
The specific error for malformed JSON syntax.
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SyntaxError
Why it's wrong here
SyntaxError is for invalid Python code, not JSON structure.
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TypeError
Why it's wrong here
Raised for incorrect data types.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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