In offset-based pagination, what does the limit parameter control?

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Rest API - Pagination Patterns

In offset-based pagination, what does the limit parameter control?

AThe total number of items in the database

BThe starting position of the items to return

CThe number of items to return in one page

DThe page number to retrieve

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the role of limit in pagination
The limit parameter defines how many items the server should return in one response.
Step 2: Differentiate limit from other parameters
offset controls the starting position, while limit controls the count of items returned.
Final Answer:
The number of items to return in one page -> Option C
Quick Check:
limit = number of items per page [OK]

Quick Trick: Limit sets page size, offset sets start point [OK]

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