Which of the following is the correct syntax to start an interactive rebase for the last 5 commits?

easy📝 Syntax Q3 of 15

Git - Rebasing

Agit rebase -i HEAD~5

Bgit rebase -i HEAD^5

Cgit rebase -i HEAD~^5

Dgit rebase -i HEAD~5^

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Recall correct syntax for interactive rebase
The correct syntax uses HEAD~N to specify N commits before HEAD.
Step 2: Identify the valid option
Only git rebase -i HEAD~5 correctly specifies the last 5 commits.
Final Answer:
git rebase -i HEAD~5 -> Option A
Quick Check:
HEAD~N is correct syntax for last N commits [OK]

Quick Trick: Use HEAD~N to specify last N commits in rebase [OK]

Common Mistakes:

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