[Solved] Why does this code fail to update the option?add_option('font_size', '12px');add_option('font_size', '14px'); | Wordpress

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Why does this code fail to update the option?

add_option('font_size', '12px');
add_option('font_size', '14px');

Aadd_option() does not update existing options

BOption name must be unique each time

CSecond add_option() call overwrites first

DOption values must be integers

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand add_option() behavior
It adds a new option only if it does not exist.
Step 2: Analyze second add_option() call
Since 'font_size' exists, second call does nothing and does not update.
Final Answer:
add_option() does not update existing options -> Option A
Quick Check:
Use update_option() to change existing options [OK]

Quick Trick: add_option() only adds, does not update existing options [OK]

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