010-160 Security And File Permissions Practice Question
Which TWO of these tools can modify file ownership or permissions?
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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chown
chmod changes permissions, chown changes ownership.
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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groupdel
Why it's wrong here
Deletes groups.
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useradd
Why it's wrong here
Adds users.
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chown
Why this is correct
Modifies ownership.
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usermod
Why it's wrong here
Modifies user accounts.
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chmod
Why this is correct
Modifies file mode bits.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official LPI exam blueprint
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