010-160 Security And File Permissions Practice Question
Which permission bit must be set on a directory to allow a user to enter the directory and access files within it?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Execute (x)
The execute bit (x) on a directory allows a user to 'enter' or 'traverse' the directory to access its contents.
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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Write (w)
Why it's wrong here
Write allows modifying files, not entering.
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Execute (x)
Why this is correct
Execute grants directory traversal access.
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Sticky bit
Why it's wrong here
The sticky bit limits file deletion.
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Read (r)
Why it's wrong here
Read only allows listing the contents, not entering.
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