[Solved] How would you fix this script to correctly print "Allowed" only if age is NOT less than 18?age=16 if [ $age -lt 18 ]; then echo "Allowed" fi | Bash Scripting

Bash Scripting - Conditionals

How would you fix this script to correctly print "Allowed" only if age is NOT less than 18?

age=16
if [ $age -lt 18 ]; then
  echo "Allowed"
fi

AChange -lt to -ge in the if condition

BAdd else branch with echo "Allowed"

CUse -ne 18 instead of -lt 18

DNo fix needed, script is correct

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand current condition meaning
Current condition checks if age is less than 18, then prints "Allowed" which is opposite of requirement.
Step 2: Fix condition to check age NOT less than 18
Use -ge (greater or equal) 18 to print "Allowed" only if age is 18 or more.
Final Answer:
Change -lt to -ge in the if condition -> Option A
Quick Check:
Use -ge to check NOT less than 18 [OK]

Quick Trick: Use -ge to check greater or equal, not -lt [OK]

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