Which command syntax correctly copies a directory and its contents to a backup folder?

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Linux CLI - System Administration

Acp -r /home/user/docs /backup/docs

Bcp /home/user/docs /backup/docs

Ccp -d /home/user/docs /backup/docs

Dcp -x /home/user/docs /backup/docs

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify the correct option to copy directories recursively
The -r option in cp copies directories and their contents recursively.
Step 2: Check other options for correctness
The plain cp lacks -r, so it won't copy directories properly. The options with -d and -x use invalid or unrelated flags.
Final Answer:
cp -r /home/user/docs /backup/docs -> Option A
Quick Check:
Copy directory = cp -r [OK]

Quick Trick: Use cp -r to copy folders with all files inside [OK]

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