[Solved] Why might $_REQUEST not contain expected data when using a POST form? — Ans: Because variables_order in php.ini excludes 'P' | PHP

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Why might $_REQUEST not contain expected data when using a POST form?

ABecause <code>variables_order</code> in php.ini excludes 'P'

BBecause <code>$_REQUEST</code> only contains GET data

CBecause POST data is always empty

DBecause cookies override POST data

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand php.ini's variables_order
The variables_order directive controls which variables populate $_REQUEST. If it excludes 'P', POST data won't appear in $_REQUEST.
Step 2: Confirm why data is missing
If POST is excluded, $_REQUEST won't have POST data even if sent.
Final Answer:
Because variables_order in php.ini excludes 'P' -> Option A
Quick Check:
variables_order controls $_REQUEST contents [OK]

Quick Trick: Check php.ini variables_order to include 'P' for POST in $_REQUEST [OK]

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