Which statement best summarises the correct use of the Instana REST API?
Select an answer to reveal the explanation.
Short Explanation
Use the API for automation, reporting, and integration. Authenticate with scoped tokens that you store securely and can revoke. Do it from the start.
Full Explanation
The correct statement is the one that says to use the Instana REST API for automation, reporting, and integration tasks that should not be manual, authenticated by scoped tokens that are stored securely and can be revoked. The API is the supported, stable route for repeatable work, and scoped, securely stored tokens make it safe. The statement that treats the API as a fallback from dashboard scraping is wrong because the API is the first choice, not a fallback. The statement that uses interactive administrator sessions so scripts inherit full access is wrong because that violates least privilege. The statement that defers token security until production is wrong because deferring security leaves a credential exposed while it is most widely copied. For the exam, state the interface and credential handling together.