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What will the command echo $SHELL display in the terminal?

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Linux CLI - Linux Basics and Terminal
What will the command echo $SHELL display in the terminal?
AThe path of the default shell program
BThe current working directory
CThe list of files in the home directory
DThe current date and time
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand environment variables

    $SHELL stores the path of the default shell program.

  2. Step 2: Understand echo

    echo prints the value of the variable, so it shows the shell path.

  3. Final Answer:

    The path of the default shell program -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    echo $SHELL shows shell path [OK]
Quick Trick: Use echo $SHELL to see your shell path [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking it shows current directory
  • Confusing with file list commands
  • Expecting date/time output

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