This script is intended to replace all occurrences of 'cat' with 'dog' in a file named pets.txt. What is wrong?

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Bash Scripting - Text Processing in Scripts

This script is intended to replace all occurrences of 'cat' with 'dog' in a file named pets.txt. What is wrong?

sed 's/cat/dog/g pets.txt'

Ased cannot replace text

BFile name should come before the command

CMissing closing single quote after g

DThe command should use double quotes instead of single quotes

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check sed command syntax
The substitution command must be enclosed in quotes fully: 's/cat/dog/g'
Step 2: Identify the error in the given command
The closing single quote is missing after the g, causing a syntax error.
Final Answer:
Missing closing single quote after g -> Option C
Quick Check:
Quotes must enclose entire sed expression [OK]

Quick Trick: Check for matching quotes around sed expressions [OK]

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