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How should multiple query parameters be correctly formatted in a REST API URL?

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Rest API - URL and Resource Design

How should multiple query parameters be correctly formatted in a REST API URL?

A/api/data?param1=value1;param2=value2
B/api/data?param1=value1&param2=value2
C/api/data?param1=value1,param2=value2
D/api/data?param1=value1 param2=value2
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Recall query parameter separator

    Multiple query parameters are separated by an ampersand (&) symbol.

  2. Step 2: Analyze options

    Only /api/data?param1=value1¶m2=value2 uses & correctly; others use incorrect separators like semicolon, comma, or space.

  3. Final Answer:

    /api/data?param1=value1¶m2=value2 -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Use & to separate query parameters [OK]
Quick Trick: Use & to separate query parameters [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Using semicolon or comma instead of &
  • Separating parameters with spaces
  • Forgetting to use any separator

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