Bash Scripting - Arrays
Which of the following is the correct syntax to declare an empty indexed array named
numbers in Bash?Which of the following is the correct syntax to declare an empty indexed array named numbers in Bash?
easy📝 Syntax Q12 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Recall empty array declaration in Bash
An empty indexed array is declared with empty parentheses.Step 2: Evaluate each option
numbers=() uses empty parentheses correctly. Braces and square brackets are invalid. numbers="" assigns an empty string, not an array.Final Answer:
numbers=() -> Option BQuick Check:
Empty parentheses declare empty array [OK]
Quick Trick: Empty parentheses mean empty array [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Using square brackets or braces instead of parentheses
- Assigning empty string instead of array
- Confusing array declaration with variable assignment
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