What Is the Difference Between the I and a Commands

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between the i and a commands of the vi editor?

• A) i (interactive) requires the user to explicitly switch between vi modes whereas a (automatic) switches modes automatically.
• B) i (insert) inserts text before the current cursor position whereas a (append) inserts text after the cursor.
• C) i (independent rows) starts every new line at the first character whereas a (aligned rows) keeps the indentation of the previous line.
• D) i (interrupt) temporarily suspends editing of a file to the background whereas a (abort) terminates editing.

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Definitions:

Human Agency

The capacity of individuals to act independently and make their own free choices.

Personal Agency

The ability of people to operate autonomously and make choices freely.

Proxy Agency

The theory or capacity of individuals or groups to act on behalf of others or represent others in certain capacities or decision-making processes.

Collective Agency

The capacity of a group of individuals to act together towards a common goal, often seen in social movements or collaborative projects.