Yii is a high-performance, open-source PHP framework renowned for its efficiency and versatility in web application development. Launched in 2008, Yii (pronounced "yee") has gained a strong following among developers worldwide. It boasts a robust set of features, including a powerful extension system, seamless integration of third-party libraries, and comprehensive tools for handling security and scalability. With its emphasis on clean, maintainable code and rapid development, Yii is an excellent choice for building web applications of varying complexities, from simple websites to intricate enterprise solutions.
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Practice Test
161. In Yii, what does the term "resource" refer to in the context of RESTful APIs?
A. A data object or entity
B. A web page
C. A server function
D. A database table
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Answer: A data object or entity
162. What does the HTTP status code "404" indicate in a RESTful API response?
A. Not Found
B. OK
C. Unauthorized
D. Internal Server Error
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Answer: Not Found
163. Which Yii component is typically used to create RESTful API endpoints?
A. yii\web\UrlManager
B. yii\data\ActiveDataProvider
C. yii\rest\Controller
D. yii\validators\Validator
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Answer: yii\rest\Controller
164. In RESTful API design, what is the purpose of the "id" parameter commonly used in URLs?
A. To specify the resource identifier
B. To indicate a query
C. To define the request type
D. To identify the API version
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Answer: To specify the resource identifier
165. What is the primary advantage of using "HTTP verbs" (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.) in RESTful APIs?
A. They provide a standardized way
B. They are easier to remember
C. They ensure data encryption
D. They reduce server load
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Answer: They provide a standardized way
166. Which HTTP method is typically used to create a new resource in a RESTful API?
A. POST
B. PUT
C. DELETE
D. GET
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Answer: POST
167. What is the purpose of the "Content-Type" header in a RESTful API request?
A. To specify the format of the data
B. To set the API version
C. To provide authentication
D. To define the request method
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Answer: To specify the format of the data
168. In Yii, which component is responsible for handling pagination of data in RESTful APIs?
A. yii\data\Pagination
B. yii\helpers\Json
C. yii\filters\AccessControl
D. yii\web\Request
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Answer: yii\data\Pagination
169. What is caching in the context of Yii and RESTful APIs?
A. Storing and reusing previously fetched data
B. Executing API requests
C. Encrypting API responses
D. Validating API requests
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Answer: Storing and reusing previously fetched data
170. Which type of caching in Yii is suitable for frequently changing data in RESTful APIs?
A. Page caching
B. Data caching
C. Fragment caching
D. HTTP caching
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Answer: Data caching
