You run git stash drop stash@{3} but get an error: fatal: stash@{3} not found. What is the likely cause?

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Git - Stashing

You run git stash drop stash@{3} but get an error: fatal: stash@{3} not found. What is the likely cause?

AThe stash drop command requires --force flag.

BThere is no stash at index 3 in the stash list.

CYou must specify the stash name, not the index.

DThe stash list is empty.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Analyze error message
fatal: stash@{3} not found means no stash exists at index 3.
Step 2: Confirm stash list size
If stash list has fewer than 4 entries, index 3 is invalid.
Final Answer:
There is no stash at index 3 in the stash list. -> Option B
Quick Check:
Invalid stash index causes error = A [OK]

Quick Trick: Check stash list before dropping by index [OK]

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