API Testing · Middle · Question 35 of 75

How should a tester check an API deprecation?

1Deprecation affects only documentation, so nothing to test
2Old version works, sends deprecation headers, docs give an end date
3The old version is removed at once to force clients to update

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Correct answer: Old version works, sends deprecation headers, docs give an end date

Explanation

Headers like Deprecation and Sunset warn clients. Both versions need tests until the old one is retired.

Further reading

OpenAPI Specification ↗

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