Linux CLI - Viewing and Editing Files
Which command will display the first 15 lines of a file named
report.txt?Which command will display the first 15 lines of a file named report.txt?
easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Identify the command to show the first lines
Theheadcommand shows the first lines of a file.Step 2: Use the correct syntax for 15 lines
head -n 15 report.txtcorrectly shows the first 15 lines.Final Answer:
head -n 15 report.txt -> Option AQuick Check:
First 15 lines = head -n 15 [OK]
Quick Trick: Use head -n number to show first lines [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Using tail instead of head
- Omitting -n option
- Using incorrect option syntax
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