JNCIA-DevOps Junos REST API Practice Question
Which TWO data serialization formats can an automation engineer request using the 'Accept' header in a Junos REST API GET request? (Choose two)
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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application/json
The Junos REST API supports application/json and application/xml in Accept headers to return responses in the desired format.
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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application/yaml
Why it's wrong here
YAML is not supported as an Accept header media type.
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text/csv
Why it's wrong here
CSV is not a supported output format for Junos REST API.
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application/json
Why this is correct
Clients can request JSON responses using application/json.
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application/xml
Why this is correct
Clients can request XML responses using application/xml.
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application/octet-stream
Why it's wrong here
Octet-stream is for binary file transfers.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Juniper Networks exam blueprint
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