SALESFORCE-PD1 User Interface Practice Question
A developer is building a Lightning Web Component and needs to execute code as soon as the component is inserted into the DOM. Which lifecycle hook should the developer use?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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connectedCallback()
connectedCallback() is invoked when a component is inserted into the DOM, making it ideal for initialization logic that requires DOM readiness or wire adapters.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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constructor()
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because the constructor is called when the component is created, before it is inserted into the DOM.
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disconnectedCallback()
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because disconnectedCallback is called when the component is removed from the DOM.
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renderedCallback()
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect because renderedCallback is called after every render of the component.
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connectedCallback()
Why this is correct
Correct because connectedCallback is called when the component is inserted into the DOM.
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