Question

To replace a single character, we use ____ command

(a) r

(b) R

(c) s

(d) i

I got this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

The above asked question is from Vi-Input Mode in chapter The Vi Editor of Unix

Answer 1

The correct choice is (a) r

For explanation: To replace a single character based on cursor location, ‘r’ command is used. To replace a single character, type ‘r’ followed by the character that replaces it. It replaces a single character under the cursor.