[Solved] You wrote this Elasticsearch query but it returns an error:{"query": {"match": {"name": Alice}}}What is the likely cause? | Elasticsearch

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You wrote this Elasticsearch query but it returns an error:

{"query": {"match": {"name": Alice}}}

What is the likely cause?

AMissing quotes around the value 'Alice' causes invalid JSON.

BThe field name 'name' is not allowed in queries.

CThe match query requires a numeric value, not text.

DElasticsearch does not support match queries.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check JSON syntax
The value Alice is not in quotes, making the JSON invalid.
Step 2: Understand JSON requirements
String values must be enclosed in double quotes in JSON.
Final Answer:
Missing quotes around the value 'Alice' causes invalid JSON. -> Option A
Quick Check:
JSON string quoting = B [OK]

Quick Trick: Always quote string values in JSON queries [OK]

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