Rest API - HTTP Status Codes
Which of the following is the correct way to send a 404 Not Found response in a REST API using HTTP headers?
Which of the following is the correct way to send a 404 Not Found response in a REST API using HTTP headers?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify correct HTTP status line for 404
The status line must start with HTTP version and '404 Not Found' to indicate missing resource.Step 2: Check headers format
Headers like Content-Type follow the status line, separated by CRLF, then a blank line before body.Final Answer:
HTTP/1.1 404 Not Found\r\nContent-Type: application/json\r\n\r\n -> Option CQuick Check:
Status line with 404 and proper headers = HTTP/1.1 404 Not Found\r\nContent-Type: application/json\r\n\r\n [OK]
Quick Trick: 404 response starts with 'HTTP/1.1 404 Not Found' [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Using 200 OK status for missing resource
- Mixing 404 with 500 or 403 status codes
- Incorrect header formatting or missing blank line
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