Linux CLI - File and Directory Operations
What will be the output of this command if the directory
test already exists?mkdir test
What will be the output of this command if the directory test already exists?
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Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Understand mkdir behavior without -p
When creating a directory that exists,mkdirreturns an error.Step 2: Check other options
It does not recreate or delete existing directories silently. Without-p, it errors out.Final Answer:
Error: Directory 'test' already exists -> Option BQuick Check:
mkdir existing dir = error [OK]
Quick Trick: mkdir errors if directory exists without -p [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES- Assuming mkdir overwrites existing directories
- Thinking mkdir deletes old directories
- Expecting silent success always
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