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XK0-005 · Question #44
XK0-005 Question #44: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is B: /dev/sda2. This question tests knowledge of Linux device file naming conventions for storage devices and their partitions.
System Management
Question
Which of the following is the device file name for the second partition on the only SCSI drive?
Options
- A/dev/hda1
- B/dev/sda2
- C/dev/sd0a2
- D/dev/sd1p2
Explanation
This question tests knowledge of Linux device file naming conventions for storage devices and their partitions.
Common mistakes.
- A.
/dev/hda1refers to the first partition on the first IDE/PATA drive, not a SCSI drive. - C.
/dev/sd0a2is not a standard Linux device file naming convention for partitions. - D.
/dev/sd1p2is not a standard Linux device file naming convention; partitions are usually numbered directly after the disk identifier.
Concept tested. Linux device file naming for partitions
Topics
#Linux device files#Block devices#Partition naming#SCSI drives
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