Which of the following cp command parameters copies only when the source file is newer than the
destination file or when the destination file is missing?

A.
-u

B.
-l

C.
-p

D.
-s

Explanation:

The cp -u command copies only when the source file is newer than the destination file or when the
destination file is missing.
Answer option C is incorrect. The cp -p command copies the files from source to destination with
preserving file attributes, such as timestamps, mode, and ownership.
Answer option B is incorrect. The cp -l command links files from source to destination instead of
copying.
Answer option D is incorrect. The cp -s command makes symbolic links instead of copying.