You try to run sudo apt-get update but get the error: sudo: command not found. What is the most likely cause?

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You try to run sudo apt-get update but get the error: sudo: command not found. What is the most likely cause?

AYou typed the command incorrectly

BYou are not logged in as root

CThe sudo package is not installed or not in PATH

DYou need to use su instead of sudo

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Analyze the error message
sudo: command not found means the system cannot find the sudo program.
Step 2: Identify common reasons
This usually happens if sudo is not installed or its location is missing from the PATH environment variable.
Final Answer:
The sudo package is not installed or not in PATH -> Option C
Quick Check:
command not found = missing sudo or PATH [OK]

Quick Trick: command not found means sudo missing or PATH wrong [OK]

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