The Value of APIs CLOUD-DIGITAL-LEADER Practice Questions (Page 4)

Questions 16–20

1. 16foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a key business benefit of using APIs?

   • AThey guarantee that no data will ever be exposed to unauthorized users
   • BThey automatically replace all existing legacy systems with modern cloud-native applications
   • CThey allow systems to communicate and share data securely, enabling faster innovation and operational efficiency
   • DThey eliminate the need for any security measures when sharing data
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2. 17application · medium

   A company is launching a public API for its partners. They need to protect the API from abuse, understand which endpoints are most used, and provide documentation for developers. Which set of features is most directly provided by Apigee API Management?

   • AContainer orchestration, service discovery, and auto-scaling
   • BVirtual machine scaling, load balancing, and firewall rules
   • CDatabase replication, backup, and disaster recovery
   • DSecurity policies, analytics dashboards, and a developer portal
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4. 18application · medium

   A logistics company wants to expose its shipment tracking API to customers. They need to ensure that only authorized customers can access the API and that the API can handle traffic spikes during holiday seasons. Which Apigee features are most relevant?

   • AVirtual machine snapshots and backup schedules
   • BAPI keys and OAuth policies, and automatic scaling of the API infrastructure
   • CDatabase indexing and query optimization
   • DNetwork firewalls and intrusion detection systems
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5. 19foundation · easy

   What is a common business opportunity that arises from exposing a public API?

   • AIt prevents any external organization from using your data, ensuring exclusivity
   • BIt automatically migrates all your internal systems to the cloud
   • CIt allows external developers to build applications that use your data or services, expanding your ecosystem
   • DIt eliminates the need for customer support because the API is self-service
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6. 20application · medium

   A weather data provider wants to generate a new revenue stream by allowing third-party apps to access its forecast data. They want to offer different pricing tiers and track usage per customer. What should they do?

   • AProvide a direct database connection to paying customers so they can query the data themselves.
   • BPublish the data as open datasets on a public website for anyone to download.
   • CCreate a mobile app that displays the data and charge for the app.
   • DExpose a public API and use an API management platform to enforce quotas, monitor usage, and handle billing.
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