What happens if you try to upgrade a package and RPM finds a newer version installed on the system?
A) An error results.
B) A prompt appears asking if you want to continue.
C) RPM overwrites the newer version with the upgrade package.
D) RPM reinstalls the newer version using it's configuration file.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

RPM does not allow downgrading to an older version of a package if a newer version is already installed, unless specifically instructed to do so. Attempting to upgrade to an older version without the proper flags will result in an error.

What Happens If You Try to Upgrade a Package and RPM