[Solved] What is the main purpose of the shebang line #!/bin/bash in a script? - Ans: It tells the system to use the Bash shell to run the script. | Bash Scripting

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What is the main purpose of the shebang line #!/bin/bash in a script?

AIt sets the script's file permissions to executable.

BIt comments out the first line of the script.

CIt tells the system to use the Bash shell to run the script.

DIt defines a variable named shebang.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the shebang line role
The shebang line starts with #! and specifies the interpreter for the script.
Step 2: Identify the interpreter in the line
/bin/bash means the script will run using the Bash shell.
Final Answer:
It tells the system to use the Bash shell to run the script. -> Option C
Quick Check:
Shebang = interpreter path [OK]

Quick Trick: Shebang line always shows which shell runs the script [OK]

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