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Which of the following is the correct syntax to find files modified exactly 3 days ago?

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Linux CLI - Searching and Finding
Which of the following is the correct syntax to find files modified exactly 3 days ago?
Afind . -mtime +3
Bfind . -mtime 3
Cfind . -mtime -3
Dfind . -mtime 0
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Recall -mtime n means exactly n days ago

    So -mtime 3 finds files modified exactly 3 days ago.

  2. Step 2: Check other options

    +3 means more than 3 days ago, -3 means less than 3 days ago, 0 means less than 1 day ago.

  3. Final Answer:

    find . -mtime 3 -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    -mtime 3 = Exactly 3 days ago [OK]
Quick Trick: No sign means exactly that many days [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Using + or - instead of exact number
  • Confusing 0 with 3 days

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