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What will be the output of the command echo -n Hello World?

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Linux CLI - Linux Basics and Terminal
What will be the output of the command echo -n Hello World?
AHello World followed by a new line
B-n Hello World
CHello World without a new line
DError: invalid option
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand the echo command and -n option

    The 'echo' command prints text. The '-n' option tells it not to add a new line at the end.

  2. Step 2: Predict output behavior

    So, 'Hello World' will print exactly as is, without moving to a new line after.

  3. Final Answer:

    Hello World without a new line -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    echo -n = no newline [OK]
Quick Trick: Remember: echo -n prints without newline [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Assuming echo always adds newline
  • Confusing -n as text
  • Expecting error from -n option

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