[Solved] Given the following commands run on branch main: git merge feature If feature is ahead by 3 commits and no conflicts exist, what will happen by default? | Git

Git - Cherry-Pick and Advanced Merging

Given the following commands run on branch main:

git merge feature

If feature is ahead by 3 commits and no conflicts exist, what will happen by default?

AThe merge will fail due to conflicts

BA fast-forward merge will move <code>main</code> pointer to <code>feature</code>

CA merge commit will be created combining both branches

DThe <code>feature</code> branch will be deleted automatically

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand default merge behavior
When the current branch is behind and no divergent commits exist, Git performs a fast-forward merge by default.
Step 2: Analyze the scenario
Since feature is ahead by 3 commits and no conflicts exist, main pointer moves forward to feature without a merge commit.
Final Answer:
A fast-forward merge will move main pointer to feature -> Option B
Quick Check:
Default merge with no conflicts = fast-forward [OK]

Quick Trick: Fast-forward happens if no divergent commits exist [OK]

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