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Which of the following is a key benefit of the statelessness requirement in REST APIs?

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Rest API - REST API Fundamentals
Which of the following is a key benefit of the statelessness requirement in REST APIs?
AServer maintains long-lived connections with clients
BServer stores user sessions for faster access
CClient must send fewer details in each request
DImproved scalability by simplifying server design
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Recall statelessness effect on server

    Statelessness means server does not keep session info, simplifying design.

  2. Step 2: Understand benefit of this simplification

    Without session storage, server can handle many requests easily, improving scalability.

  3. Final Answer:

    Improved scalability by simplifying server design -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    Statelessness = Better scalability [OK]
Quick Trick: Stateless servers scale better without session storage [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Believing server stores sessions
  • Thinking client sends less info
  • Assuming server keeps connections open

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