Q
What is the purpose of using the async attribute with an external JavaScript file in the <head> section?

Answer & Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The async attribute with an external JavaScript file in the <head> section loads and executes the script after HTML parsing without blocking rendering or delaying other scripts. However, it doesn't guarantee script execution order, which may be necessary for certain functionalities.
Related Questions on Average

Using the defer attribute with an external script in the <head> section means that the script:

A). Loads and executes after HTML parsing.

B). Loads synchronously with HTML parsing.

C). Loads and executes before HTML parsing.

D). Loads but doesn't execute.

Which attribute should be used for loading external JavaScript files without blocking rendering in the <head> or <body> sections?

A). async

B). defer

C). sync

D). load

Placing JavaScript at the end of the <body> section is beneficial for:

A). Improving page load speed.

B). Blocking page rendering.

C). Increasing script complexity.

D). Hiding script functionalities.

When using an external JavaScript file in the <head> section with the defer attribute, when does it get executed?

A). After the HTML content is fully parsed.

B). Before the HTML content is parsed.

C). As soon as it starts loading.

D). After all other scripts in the <head>.

When JavaScript is placed in the <head> section of an HTML document, it can:

A). Execute before page rendering.

B). Execute after page rendering.

C). Block rendering until execution.

D). None of the above.

Variables declared in the <body> section of an HTML document have what scope by default?

A). Local to the script or function.

B). Global throughout the document.

C). Limited to the <body> section.

D). Not accessible in JavaScript.

What is the advantage of placing JavaScript at the end of the <body> section for non-critical scripts?

A). Faster initial page rendering.

B). Slower page load overall.

C). Better script execution order.

D). Increased script complexity.

What happens if JavaScript code in the <head> section of an HTML document is not properly handled?

A). It may block rendering and cause delays.

B). It automatically moves to the <body>.

C). It gets executed twice.

D). It has no impact on the page.

Which of the following is a recommended practice for optimizing JavaScript performance?

A). Minify and concatenate scripts.

B). Include all scripts in the <head>.

C). Use synchronous loading for all scripts.

D). Load scripts without optimization.

What happens if JavaScript code in the <body> section of an HTML document is placed before critical content such as headings or main paragraphs?

A). It may cause FOUC (Flash of Unstyled Content).

B). It has no effect on page rendering.

C). It improves page load speed.

D). It slows down script execution.

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