Bash Scripting - Conditionals
Which of the following is the correct way to write an if statement that checks if variable
var equals 10 in bash?Which of the following is the correct way to write an if statement that checks if variable var equals 10 in bash?
easy📝 Syntax Q3 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand bash if syntax
The correct syntax uses square brackets with spaces and the '-eq' operator for numeric comparison.Step 2: Analyze options
if [ $var -eq 10 ]; then echo "Equal"; fi correctly uses: if [ $var -eq 10 ]; then ... fi. Others misuse syntax or operators.Final Answer:
if [ $var -eq 10 ]; then echo "Equal"; fi -> Option AQuick Check:
Check for spaces and correct operator [OK]
Quick Trick: Use [ ] with spaces and -eq for numeric equality [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Using parentheses instead of square brackets
- Missing spaces inside [ ]
- Using '=' instead of '-eq' for numbers
- Omitting 'then' keyword
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