SALESFORCE-PD1 Process Automation And Logic Practice Question
A developer needs to execute logic before a record is saved to the database, with the ability to modify field values on the same record without issuing a DML statement. Which trigger event should be used?
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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Before Insert
Before triggers are specifically designed for updating or validating record fields prior to persistence without requiring an explicit DML statement.
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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Before Insert
Why this is correct
Before insert triggers allow developers to modify field values directly on the Trigger.new records without DML.
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After Insert
Why it's wrong here
After triggers are read-only for the source records and require DML to update them.
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After Update
Why it's wrong here
After update triggers run after the record is committed and require explicit DML statements.
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Before Undelete
Why it's wrong here
Before undelete is used for records being restored from the recycle bin.
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