[Solved] Identify the error in this PowerShell statement:if (-not $a -and $b) { Write-Output 'Valid' } — Ans: Missing parentheses around -not condition | PowerShell

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Identify the error in this PowerShell statement:

if (-not $a -and $b) { Write-Output 'Valid' }

ANo error, statement is correct

BIncorrect use of -and operator

CVariables $a and $b are undefined

DMissing parentheses around -not condition

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand operator precedence
-not has higher precedence; without parentheses, it applies only to $a, but combined with -and can cause confusion.
Step 2: Fix with parentheses
Use parentheses: if ((-not $a) -and $b) { ... } to clarify logic and avoid errors.
Final Answer:
Missing parentheses around -not condition -> Option D
Quick Check:
Use parentheses with -not in complex expressions [OK]

Quick Trick: Use parentheses to group -not conditions [OK]

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