[Solved] Which of the following is the correct way to write a bash script that exits on error? - Ans: #!/bin/bash set -e command1 command2 | Bash Scripting

Bash Scripting - Error Handling

Which of the following is the correct way to write a bash script that exits on error?

A#!/bin/bash set e command1 command2

B#!/bin/bash set +e command1 command2

C#!/bin/bash exit -e command1 command2

D#!/bin/bash set -e command1 command2

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check the correct syntax for enabling exit on error
The correct syntax is set -e after the shebang line.
Step 2: Validate the script structure
#!/bin/bash set -e command1 command2 uses set -e correctly; others use invalid or disabling commands.
Final Answer:
#!/bin/bash\nset -e\ncommand1\ncommand2 -> Option D
Quick Check:
Correct syntax includes set -e [OK]

Quick Trick: Place set -e right after #!/bin/bash [OK]

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