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What will be the output of this PowerShell code?

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What will be the output of this PowerShell code?
$count = 8
$count *= 3
$count /= 4
Write-Output $count
A6
B24
C2
D0
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Multiply $count by 3

    $count starts at 8, multiplied by 3 gives 24.

  2. Step 2: Divide $count by 4

    24 divided by 4 equals 6.

  3. Final Answer:

    6 -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    8 * 3 / 4 = 6 [OK]
Quick Trick: Multiply then divide stepwise for final value [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Performing division before multiplication
  • Using integer division incorrectly
  • Not updating variable after operations

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