Which of the following PHP code snippets correctly displays the current year dynamically?
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PHP - Basics and Execution Model
Which of the following PHP code snippets correctly displays the current year dynamically?
A<?php echo date('Y'); ?>
B<?php echo time('Y'); ?>
C<?php echo getdate('Y'); ?>
D<?php echo year(); ?>
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand PHP date functions
The date() function formats a local date/time, and 'Y' returns the full numeric year.
Step 2: Analyze options
<?php echo date('Y'); ?> uses date('Y'), which correctly outputs the current year. <?php echo time('Y'); ?> uses time() incorrectly with a parameter. <?php echo getdate('Y'); ?> uses getdate() incorrectly with a parameter. <?php echo year(); ?> calls a non-existent function year().
Final Answer:
<?php echo date('Y'); ?> -> Option A
Quick Check:
date('Y') returns current year [OK]
Quick Trick:Use date('Y') to get current year [OK]
Common Mistakes:
Using time() with parameters
Calling undefined functions like year()
Misusing getdate() with parameters
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