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A WordPress site shows a blank page after installing a new theme. What is the most likely architectural cause?

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Wordpress - WordPress Basics and Architecture
A WordPress site shows a blank page after installing a new theme. What is the most likely architectural cause?
AThe database connection failed.
BThe theme is missing required template files.
CThe plugin folder is corrupted.
DThe Core files are outdated.
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Analyze theme requirements

    The theme must have required template files; missing these can cause blank pages.

  2. Step 2: Exclude other causes

    Database issues or plugin folder problems usually cause errors, not blank pages from theme installation.

  3. Final Answer:

    The theme is missing required template files. -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Blank page = missing theme templates [OK]
Quick Trick: Blank page often means missing theme templates [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming database failure causes blank page
  • Blaming plugins for theme issues
  • Thinking outdated Core causes blank page immediately

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