Which of the following is the correct way to associate an API key with a usage plan in AWS API Gateway?

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ACreate a usage plan, then add the API key to it

BCreate an API key, then add a usage plan to it

CCreate a usage plan and API key separately without linking

DCreate an API key inside the usage plan settings

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand usage plan and API key relationship
Usage plans define limits and must have API keys linked to enforce them.
Step 2: Correct linking process
You create a usage plan first, then add API keys to it to apply limits.
Final Answer:
Create a usage plan, then add the API key to it -> Option A
Quick Check:
Usage plan first, then add API key [OK]

Quick Trick: Link API keys by adding them to usage plans [OK]

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