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What does the direction=asc parameter do in a REST API request?

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Rest API - Query Parameters and Filtering

What does the direction=asc parameter do in a REST API request?

ASorts the data in ascending order, from smallest to largest.
BSorts the data in descending order, from largest to smallest.
CFilters the data to show only ascending values.
DDeletes all data except the first item.
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand the meaning of 'asc'

    'asc' stands for ascending, which means sorting from smallest to largest.
  2. Step 2: Apply to REST API sorting

    When used as a direction parameter, it orders the data from smallest to largest values.
  3. Final Answer:

    Sorts the data in ascending order, from smallest to largest. -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    direction=asc means ascending order [OK]
Quick Trick: Asc means smallest to largest order in sorting [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Confusing 'asc' with descending order
  • Thinking 'asc' filters data instead of sorting
  • Assuming 'asc' deletes data

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