Which of the following is the correct syntax to double each number from 1 to 3 using ForEach-Object?

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Which of the following is the correct syntax to double each number from 1 to 3 using ForEach-Object?

A1..3 | ForEach-Object $_ * 2

B1..3 | ForEach-Object { $_ * 2 }

C1..3 ForEach-Object { $_ * 2 }

DForEach-Object 1..3 { $_ * 2 }

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand pipeline usage
In PowerShell, the range 1..3 is piped into ForEach-Object using |.
Step 2: Check script block syntax
The script block must be enclosed in braces { } and use $_ to refer to the current item.
Final Answer:
1..3 | ForEach-Object { $_ * 2 } -> Option B
Quick Check:
Correct syntax uses pipe and script block with $_ [OK]

Quick Trick: Pipe input and use { $_ } for current item in ForEach-Object [OK]

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