[Solved] Identify the error in this script:1..3 | ForEach-Object { Write-Output $item } — Ans: Variable $item is undefined inside the script block | PowerShell

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Identify the error in this script:

1..3 | ForEach-Object { Write-Output $item }

AForEach-Object cannot process number ranges

BMissing pipeline operator before ForEach-Object

CIncorrect use of Write-Output cmdlet

DVariable $item is undefined inside the script block

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check variable usage inside ForEach-Object
Inside ForEach-Object, the current item is referenced by $_, not $item.
Step 2: Verify other syntax elements
The pipeline and Write-Output usage are correct, and ForEach-Object can process number ranges.
Final Answer:
Variable $item is undefined inside the script block -> Option D
Quick Check:
Use $_ for current item, not $item [OK]

Quick Trick: Use $_ inside ForEach-Object, not custom variable names [OK]

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