[Solved] A developer added this to the child theme's functions.php:<?php wp_enqueue_style('parent-style', get_stylesheet_directory_uri() . '/style.css');Why might this cause a problem? | Wordpress

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A developer added this to the child theme's functions.php:

<?php
wp_enqueue_style('parent-style', get_stylesheet_directory_uri() . '/style.css');

Why might this cause a problem?

AIt loads the parent stylesheet twice

BIt loads the child stylesheet instead of the parent stylesheet

CIt causes a syntax error due to missing function wrapper

DIt prevents any stylesheets from loading

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand get_stylesheet_directory_uri()
This function returns the child theme directory URL, not the parent.
Step 2: Effect on enqueued style
Using it to load 'parent-style' actually loads child style, causing confusion.
Final Answer:
It loads the child stylesheet instead of the parent stylesheet -> Option B
Quick Check:
get_stylesheet_directory_uri() points to child theme [OK]

Quick Trick: Use get_template_directory_uri() for parent styles [OK]

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