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What is the main purpose of using limit and offset in REST API pagination?

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Rest API - Query Parameters and Filtering

What is the main purpose of using limit and offset in REST API pagination?

ATo control how many items to return and where to start in the list
BTo sort the items alphabetically
CTo filter items by date
DTo authenticate the user
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand the role of limit

    The limit parameter sets how many items the API should return in one response.
  2. Step 2: Understand the role of offset

    The offset parameter tells the API where to start returning items from the list.
  3. Final Answer:

    To control how many items to return and where to start in the list -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Pagination purpose = Control items and start point [OK]
Quick Trick: Limit sets count, offset sets start position [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing limit with sorting
  • Using offset as a filter
  • Thinking limit controls authentication

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