Identify the error in this command to list all users with UID greater than 1000:

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Linux CLI - Users and Groups

awk -F: '$3 > 1000 {print $1}' /etc/passwd

AComparison operator should be '=='

BNo error; command works correctly

CIncorrect field separator; should be comma

DMissing quotes around the file name

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check field separator usage
The /etc/passwd file uses ':' as delimiter, so -F: is correct.
Step 2: Verify condition and print statement
The condition '$3 > 1000' filters UIDs greater than 1000 and prints usernames ($1).
Final Answer:
No error; command works correctly -> Option B
Quick Check:
Correct field separator and condition = No error; command works correctly [OK]

Quick Trick: Use -F: for colon-separated files like /etc/passwd [OK]

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