In Linux, what is the default shell for many distributions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In Linux, what is the default shell for many distributions?
A. zsh
B. csh
C. sh
D. bash
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Bash (Bourne Again SHell) is the default shell on most Linux distributions.
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Which of the following conditions is NOT a necessary requirement for a deadlock to occur within an operating system environment?
A. Mutual Exclusion
B. Hold and Wait
C. Circular Wait
D. Preemption
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
According to Coffman's conditions, deadlocks require *No Preemption*. If resources can be preempted, a deadlock situation can be broken or prevented.
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Question #2
Which of the following is a characteristic of a distributed operating system?
A. Scalability
B. Transparency of resources
C. All of the above
D. High reliability
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Distributed OS provides transparency (users see a single system), reliability via redundancy, and scalability.
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Question #3
In Linux, what does the 'sudo' command do?
A. Shuts down the system
B. Switches the user to root
C. Allows a user to execute commands with superuser privileges
D. Changes the user's password
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
sudo (superuser do) permits authorized users to run commands as the superuser or another user.
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