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Identify the error in this REST API call: /api/items?sort=price&direction=ascending

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Rest API - Query Parameters and Filtering

Identify the error in this REST API call: /api/items?sort=price&direction=ascending

AThe 'sort' parameter is missing
BThe 'direction' value should be 'asc' instead of 'ascending'
CThe URL should use POST method
DThe 'direction' parameter should be 'desc'
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Check the 'direction' parameter value

    Standard REST APIs expect 'asc' or 'desc' for direction, not 'ascending'.

  2. Step 2: Confirm the correct value

    Replace 'ascending' with 'asc' to fix the syntax.

  3. Final Answer:

    The 'direction' value should be 'asc' instead of 'ascending' -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Use 'asc' or 'desc' for direction values [OK]
Quick Trick: Use 'asc' not 'ascending' for direction [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Using full words instead of 'asc'/'desc'
  • Missing 'sort' parameter
  • Wrong HTTP method

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