[Solved] Given a rate limit of 5 requests per minute, what happens if a client sends 7 requests quickly? — Ans: Only the first 5 requests are processed; the rest are rejected. | Rest API

Rest API - Rate Limiting and Throttling

Given a rate limit of 5 requests per minute, what happens if a client sends 7 requests quickly?

AAll 7 requests are processed normally.

BThe server crashes due to overload.

COnly the first 5 requests are processed; the rest are rejected.

DThe client is permanently blocked.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the rate limit rule
The server allows only 5 requests per minute per client.
Step 2: Apply the rule to 7 requests
The first 5 requests are accepted; the 6th and 7th exceed the limit and are rejected.
Final Answer:
Only the first 5 requests are processed; the rest are rejected. -> Option C
Quick Check:
Requests over limit get rejected = B [OK]

Quick Trick: Requests above limit get rejected, not processed [OK]

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