You run cat file1.txt file2.txt but get an error: cat: file2.txt: No such file or directory. What is the most likely cause?

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Linux CLI - Viewing and Editing Files

You run cat file1.txt file2.txt but get an error: cat: file2.txt: No such file or directory. What is the most likely cause?

AYou used the wrong command syntax

Bfile1.txt is empty

Cfile2.txt does not exist in the current directory

DYou do not have permission to read file1.txt

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Analyze the error message
The error says file2.txt is missing, so the system cannot find it in the current directory.
Step 2: Check other options
Empty file1.txt or permission issues on file1.txt would not cause this error. The syntax is correct for displaying multiple files.
Final Answer:
file2.txt does not exist in the current directory -> Option C
Quick Check:
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