[Solved] What does the trap command do in a bash script? - Ans: It runs specified commands when the script receives certain signals or exits | Bash Scripting

Bash Scripting - Error Handling

What does the trap command do in a bash script?

AIt deletes temporary files automatically without user intervention

BIt pauses the script execution until user input is received

CIt runs specified commands when the script receives certain signals or exits

DIt creates a loop that repeats commands indefinitely

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the purpose of trap
The trap command is used to catch signals or script exit events and run commands in response.
Step 2: Identify the correct description
Only It runs specified commands when the script receives certain signals or exits correctly describes trap's role in running commands on signals or exit.
Final Answer:
It runs specified commands when the script receives certain signals or exits -> Option C
Quick Check:
trap purpose = run commands on signals/exit [OK]

Quick Trick: trap runs commands on signals or exit events [OK]

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