How would you refer to a single value property named OrderDate in Pega?

In Pega, properties are referred to in a specific way to distinguish them clearly within the system. The correct way to reference a single value property, such as OrderDate, is by using a dot notation that includes a period before the property name, resulting in ".OrderDate".

This dot notation indicates that OrderDate is a property of the current page or context, which helps Pega understand where to look for this property within the instance of the data model being used. It clarifies that you are specifically referencing an attribute of the current work object or data object, allowing for proper data handling and manipulation in the system's environment.

The other options either lack the proper context or misrepresent how Pega identifies properties. Omitting the dot prefix may lead to ambiguity in understanding whether OrderDate is a local variable or an external reference, which could cause issues in data processing or retrieval. Thus, using ".OrderDate" is essential for ensuring clarity and accuracy within the Pega framework.