Consul 1.15 Key Value Store Practice Question
Which HTTP method is used to create or update a key in the Consul KV store?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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PUT
The PUT method is the standard HTTP verb used for key creation and updates in the Consul API.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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GET
Why it's wrong here
GET is for reading values.
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PUT
Why this is correct
PUT is used to write/update KV data.
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DELETE
Why it's wrong here
DELETE is for removing keys.
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POST
Why it's wrong here
POST is not the standard method for KV updates.
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