Which of the following is the correct syntax to remove the shortest suffix '.log' from the variable file in Bash?

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Bash Scripting - String Operations

Which of the following is the correct syntax to remove the shortest suffix '.log' from the variable file in Bash?

A${file%%.log}

B${file%.log}

C${file#log}

D${file%log}

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify suffix removal syntax
To remove the shortest suffix matching a pattern, use single % with the pattern including the dot: %.log
Step 2: Check each option
A uses %% which removes longest suffix, C uses # which removes prefix, D misses the dot before 'log'. Only B is correct syntax.
Final Answer:
${file%.log} -> Option B
Quick Check:
Use single % with pattern for shortest suffix removal [OK]

Quick Trick: Use single % with exact suffix pattern to remove shortest suffix [OK]

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