[Solved] Identify the error in this PowerShell code snippet:$str = 'PowerShell' if ($str -like '[Pp]ower*') { 'Yes' } | PowerShell

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Identify the error in this PowerShell code snippet:

$str = 'PowerShell'
if ($str -like '[Pp]ower*') { 'Yes' }

ANo error, code works correctly

BThe wildcard * is missing

CThe pattern should be in double quotes

DSquare brackets are invalid in -like patterns

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand -like pattern limitations
The -like operator supports wildcards but does not support character classes like [Pp].
Step 2: Identify correct usage
Character classes are valid in regex with -match, but not in -like. So the pattern is invalid for -like.
Final Answer:
Square brackets are invalid in -like patterns -> Option D
Quick Check:
Character classes need -match, not -like [OK]

Quick Trick: Use -match for regex features like [] [OK]

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