Data 360 Consultant Data Cloud Overview Practice Question
A Data Cloud Consultant is configuring real-time data ingestion using the Ingestion API. Which THREE technical requirements must be met to ensure successful API ingestion? (Choose three.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Valid OAuth 2.0 authentication token generated via connected app
Ingesting data via the Ingestion API requires proper authentication (OAuth), adherence to payload schema definitions, and correct endpoint URLs.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Valid OAuth 2.0 authentication token generated via connected app
Why this is correct
API requests must authenticate using OAuth 2.0 tokens.
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Manual CSV file upload via the CRM Data Loader
Why it's wrong here
Data Loader is unrelated to programmatic Ingestion API calls.
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Correct regional endpoint URL for the Data Cloud instance
Why this is correct
API calls must be directed to the proper regional tenant endpoint URL.
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Payload structured to match the expected schema of the target Data Stream / DLO
Why this is correct
The JSON payload must align with the defined schema of the target data stream.
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Installation of a managed package on all customer mobile devices
Why it's wrong here
Mobile device apps are not required for server-to-server Ingestion API calls.
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