010-160 The Power OF The Command Line Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are valid commands for displaying file contents?
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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cat
cat and less are common tools for viewing files.
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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cat
Why this is correct
Standard for dumping file content.
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touch
Why it's wrong here
For creating empty files.
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chmod
Why it's wrong here
For changing permissions.
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grep
Why it's wrong here
For searching.
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less
Why this is correct
Standard for paging file content.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official LPI exam blueprint
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