[Solved] What is the expected server behavior when receiving a PATCH request? — Ans: Partially update the resource with the request data | Rest API

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What is the expected server behavior when receiving a PATCH request?

AReplace the entire resource with the request data

BDelete the resource specified

CPartially update the resource with the request data

DRetrieve the resource without changes

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand PATCH method intent
PATCH is designed to partially update a resource, changing only specified fields.
Step 2: Compare options
Only Partially update the resource with the request data matches PATCH's partial update behavior.
Final Answer:
PATCH partially updates a resource -> Option C
Quick Check:
PATCH method intent = partial update [OK]

Quick Trick: PATCH updates parts of a resource, not whole [OK]

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