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What happens if two different API versions use the same URL without versioning?

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Rest API - Versioning Strategies
What happens if two different API versions use the same URL without versioning?
AClients may receive unexpected or incorrect responses
BThe server automatically detects the version
CThe API will reject all requests
DClients can choose version via HTTP method
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Analyze URL versioning absence

    Without versioning, the same URL serves different versions, causing confusion.

  2. Step 2: Identify the consequence

    Clients may get wrong data or behavior because the server can't distinguish versions.

  3. Final Answer:

    Clients may receive unexpected or incorrect responses -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Same URL no version = wrong client responses [OK]
Quick Trick: Same URL for versions causes client confusion [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming server auto-detects version
  • Thinking API rejects all requests
  • Believing HTTP method controls version

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