How to check a radio button with jQuery?

Question

I try to check a radio button with jQuery. Here\'s my code:

Answer 1

For versions of jQuery equal or above (>=) 1.6, use:

$("#radio_1").prop("checked", true);

For versions prior to (<) 1.6, use:

$("#radio_1").attr('checked', 'checked');

Tip: You may also want to call click() or change() on the radio button afterwards. See comments for more info.