You ran ls -l /etc/passwd but got "ls: cannot access '/etc/passwd': No such file or directory". What should you check first?

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You ran ls -l /etc/passwd but got "ls: cannot access '/etc/passwd': No such file or directory". What should you check first?

AIf you typed <code>ls</code> correctly

BIf you have root permissions

CIf the file /etc/passwd exists

DIf the terminal is connected to the internet

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the error
The error says the file does not exist or path is wrong.
Step 2: Check file existence
Verify if /etc/passwd is present; permissions or internet are unrelated.
Final Answer:
If the file /etc/passwd exists -> Option C
Quick Check:
Check file presence on error [OK]

Quick Trick: Verify file exists before listing it [OK]

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