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In an OAuth 2.0 flow, a client receives an access token but forgets to include it in the API request header. What will likely happen?

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Rest API - Authentication and Authorization
In an OAuth 2.0 flow, a client receives an access token but forgets to include it in the API request header. What will likely happen?
AThe API request will succeed with limited access
BThe API request will be rejected due to missing token
CThe authorization server will send a new token automatically
DThe client will be redirected to login page
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Understand token usage in API requests

    Access tokens must be included in API request headers to authenticate the client.
  2. Step 2: Predict outcome of missing token

    Without the token, the resource server rejects the request.
  3. Final Answer:

    The API request will be rejected due to missing token -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    Missing token = request rejected [OK]
Quick Trick: Always include access token in API headers [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Expecting partial access without token
  • Thinking server auto-sends new token
  • Assuming redirect happens on missing token

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