Bash Scripting - Quoting and Expansion
You want to create a bash script that prints the path C:\Users\Admin literally. Which command correctly escapes the backslashes?
You want to create a bash script that prints the path C:\Users\Admin literally. Which command correctly escapes the backslashes?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand escaping backslash in bash
Backslash is escape character, so to print one backslash, use two backslashes \\.Step 2: Check each option for correct double backslashes
echo C:\\Users\\Admin doubles all backslashes correctly; others miss some escapes causing errors or wrong output.Final Answer:
echo C:\\Users\\Admin -> Option BQuick Check:
Double backslash to print one backslash = B [OK]
Quick Trick: Double backslash prints one backslash [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Single backslash prints escape
- Inconsistent escaping
- Missing backslash escapes
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