multiple_choice
medium
Remember
log-follow
2 points
Question 11. CSCD240-E1-C
A log file is continuously updated. Which command shows new lines as written?
Work the drill
Answer on paper or in a terminal before revealing the ideal answer.
Ideal answer
C: tail -f file
Misconception bank
Each row below is a plausible wrong answer, the thinking that produces it, and the remedy that corrects the misconception. These are the foundation of the multiple-choice framing and the targeted feedback a student receives after answering.
A: cat file
Misconception. cat is one-shot; exits after printing.
Remedy. tail -f follows indefinitely.
B: head -f file
Misconception. head has no -f option.
Remedy. -f is tail-exclusive.
D: less file
Misconception. less is interactive; does not auto-follow without pressing F.
Remedy. Press F inside less for follow mode.
Authority mappings
Hover any chip for the mapping justification; click to open the authority record.
DCWF roles:
CS-511 Cyber Defense Analyst
DCWF tasks:
T0447
KU outcomes:
CO-M9-O1