What flag does RPM use to remove a package?

The flag used by RPM (Red Hat Package Manager) to remove a package is -e. This flag stands for "erase," which is the command's specific function in the RPM utility. When you want to uninstall a package from a system managed by RPM, using the -e flag allows you to specify the package name to be removed. This operation will not only remove the files associated with the package but will also handle any necessary clean-up related to dependencies if they are no longer needed.

Each of the other choices represents different functionalities in package management. For example, -r and -d are not applicable in the context of RPM for removing packages. Similarly, the -x option does not pertain to package removal either. Understanding the specific commands and flags associated with RPM is essential for effective package management in Linux systems.