You run this AWS CLI command to check free tier usage but get an error:

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AWS - Account and Billing

aws ce get-cost-and-usage --time-period Start=2024-01-01,End=2024-01-31 --metrics BlendedCost

What is the likely cause of the error?

AIncorrect date format in --time-period

BAWS CLI is not installed

CUsing 'ce' instead of 'cost-explorer' in the command

DMissing quotes around the BlendedCost metric value

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check syntax for --metrics parameter
The metric name must be enclosed in quotes, e.g., "BlendedCost".
Step 2: Validate other parts of the command
Date format and 'ce' alias are correct; AWS CLI installation error would be different.
Final Answer:
Missing quotes around the BlendedCost metric value -> Option D
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