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Identify the error in the command: cp -r source_folder destination_folder -v

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Linux CLI - Linux Basics and Terminal
Identify the error in the command: cp -r source_folder destination_folder -v
AThe -r option is invalid for cp
BOptions must come before arguments; -v should be before source_folder
CThe command is missing a file name
DNo error; command is correct
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Check option placement rules

    In Linux commands, options (flags) should come before arguments (file or folder names).

  2. Step 2: Analyze given command

    The -v option is placed after arguments, which is incorrect; it should be before source_folder.

  3. Final Answer:

    Options must come before arguments; -v should be before source_folder -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Options before arguments [OK]
Quick Trick: Always put options before file or folder names [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Placing options after arguments
  • Thinking -r is invalid
  • Missing arguments

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