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Which of the following is the correct syntax to paste two files file1.txt and file2.txt side by side?

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Bash Scripting - Text Processing in Scripts
Which of the following is the correct syntax to paste two files file1.txt and file2.txt side by side?
Apaste -d file1.txt file2.txt
Bpaste -c file1.txt file2.txt
Cpaste -f file1.txt file2.txt
Dpaste file1.txt file2.txt
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Recall basic paste syntax

    The basic syntax to paste files side by side is simply paste file1.txt file2.txt.

  2. Step 2: Understand options

    -c and -f are invalid options for paste; -d sets delimiter but requires argument.

  3. Final Answer:

    paste file1.txt file2.txt -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    paste basic syntax = paste file1 file2 [OK]
Quick Trick: paste files by listing them without extra options [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Adding invalid options like -c or -f
  • Using -d without delimiter argument
  • Confusing paste with cut syntax

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