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

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.

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.

Placing JavaScript in the <head> section can impact page load times because:

A). It blocks rendering until executed.

B). It loads scripts asynchronously.

C). It reduces HTTP requests.

D). It has no impact on loading.

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.

Which attribute can be used to make external JavaScript files load asynchronously in the <head> or <body> sections?

A). async

B). defer

C). sync

D). load

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.

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.

Using the defer attribute with an external JavaScript file in the <body> 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.

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