Which of the following is the correct syntax to delete a user named bob and remove his home directory?

easy📝 Syntax Q3 of 15

Linux CLI - Users and Groups

Which of the following is the correct syntax to delete a user named bob and remove his home directory?

Auserdel -r bob

Buserdel bob --home

Cuserdel --remove bob

Duserdel bob -r

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Recall the correct syntax for userdel with options
The option -r must come before the username to remove the home directory and mail spool.
Step 2: Analyze each option
userdel -r bob correctly places -r before bob. Options A, B, and C are incorrect syntax or invalid options.
Final Answer:
userdel -r bob -> Option A
Quick Check:
Correct syntax = userdel -r username [OK]

Quick Trick: Put options before username in userdel command [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Master "Users and Groups" in Linux CLI

9 interactive learning modes - each teaches the same concept differently

Want More Practice?

15+ quiz questions · All difficulty levels · Free

More Linux CLI Quizzes