Question 640
Original unofficial RHEL 10 RHCSA skill-check scenario: A new filesystem is added to fstab but a typo in the filesystem type causes boot-time mount failure. Which ongoing practice best prevents a recurrence?
Explanation
Correct Answer
In this RHEL 10 system administration case: A new filesystem is added to fstab but a typo in the filesystem type causes boot-time mount failure. Underlying reason: Mount type and options must match the filesystem present on the device. The most direct, approved resolution is: Validate the fstab syntax and type using the actual `lsblk -f` output before rebooting. Confirm it by checking: The filesystem mounts successfully using the designated type and options. Sustain the fix by: Run controlled fstab mount tests before reboot. This is the INTENDED response for the best ongoing operational safeguard. It is a knowledge-check explanation, not a verified hands-on Red Hat exam answer;
Incorrect Answers
Document which mounts are essential to boot. That is not sufficient for the reported RHEL task, because mount type and options must match the filesystem present on the device.
Log full VG/LV identifiers in destructive requests. That is not sufficient for the reported RHEL task, because mount type and options must match the filesystem present on the device.
Plan safe device re-scan requirements in storage changes. That is not sufficient for the reported RHEL task, because mount type and options must match the filesystem present on the device.