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You edited a theme file but your site shows a blank page. What is the most likely cause?

AA PHP syntax error in the edited theme file

BThe theme file was not saved

CThe browser cache is full

DWordPress core files are missing

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand what causes blank pages
Blank pages often happen when PHP code has syntax errors causing fatal errors.
Step 2: Analyze other options
Not saving the file usually means no change, browser cache rarely causes blank pages, and missing core files cause different errors.
Final Answer:
A PHP syntax error in the edited theme file -> Option A
Quick Check:
Syntax error = blank page [OK]

Quick Trick: Check for PHP errors if page is blank after edits [OK]

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