010-160 The Power OF The Command Line Practice Question
Which command removes a directory and all its contents recursively?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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rm -rf dir
rm -rf is the standard command for forced recursive deletion.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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rm -rf dir
Why this is correct
-r is recursive, -f is force.
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rm -d dir
Why it's wrong here
-d is for deleting empty directories.
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del -r dir
Why it's wrong here
del is not a standard Linux command.
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rmdir dir
Why it's wrong here
rmdir only removes empty directories.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official LPI exam blueprint
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