[Solved] Which of the following is the correct JSON format for a human-readable error message in a REST API response?{ "error": { "code": 404, "message": "Resource not found" } } | Rest API

Rest API - Error Handling

Which of the following is the correct JSON format for a human-readable error message in a REST API response?

{
  "error": {
    "code": 404,
    "message": "Resource not found"
  }
}

A{ error: 404, message: 'Not found' }

B{ "error": { "code": 404, "message": "Resource not found" } }

C{ "code": 404, "msg": "Not found" }

D{ error_code: 404, error_message: 'Resource missing' }

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check JSON syntax correctness
Valid JSON requires double quotes around keys and string values.
Step 2: Match the expected structure
The error object should contain code and message keys with clear names.
Final Answer:
{ "error": { "code": 404, "message": "Resource not found" } } -> Option B
Quick Check:
Valid JSON with clear keys = { "error": { "code": 404, "message": "Resource not found" } } [OK]

Quick Trick: Look for double quotes and clear key names in JSON [OK]

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