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Which of the following is the correct syntax to create a variable named
name with the value John in Bash?Which of the following is the correct syntax to create a variable named name with the value John in Bash?
easy📝 Syntax Q3 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
Step 1: Recall Bash variable assignment rules
In Bash, variable assignment must have no spaces around the equal sign. Soname=Johnis correct.Step 2: Check other options for syntax errors
name = Johnhas spaces, which is invalid.name == Johnis a comparison, not assignment.set name Johnis not standard Bash syntax for variable assignment.Final Answer:
name=John -> Option DQuick Check:
Variable assignment syntax = name=John [OK]
Quick Trick: No spaces around = when assigning variables in Bash [OK]
Common Mistakes:
- Adding spaces around =
- Using == for assignment
- Using set incorrectly
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