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What will be the output of ls -lR in a directory with two subfolders, each containing files?

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Linux CLI - Navigating the File System
What will be the output of ls -lR in a directory with two subfolders, each containing files?
ALists files in current directory only
BShows file sizes in human-readable format
CLists files with details in current and all subdirectories
DLists hidden files only
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand -lR options

    -l lists files with details, and -R lists recursively through all subdirectories.

  2. Step 2: Predict output behavior

    The command will show detailed info for files in the current directory and all files in subfolders recursively.

  3. Final Answer:

    Lists files with details in current and all subdirectories -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    -lR = detailed + recursive listing [OK]
Quick Trick: Remember -R means recursive, -l means detailed [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking -R lists hidden files only
  • Assuming -lR shows human-readable sizes
  • Believing it lists only current directory

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