Q
What does the event.preventDefault() method do?

Answer & Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The preventDefault() method stops the default action associated with the event from happening.
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A). submit

B). send

C). post

D). formsubmit

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A). element.addEventListenerOnce('click', handler)

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A). blur

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D). input

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A). element.addEventListener('click', handler)

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