[Solved] What does the $ symbol do in PowerShell when placed before a word like $name? — Ans: It creates a variable named 'name' to store data. | PowerShell

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What does the $ symbol do in PowerShell when placed before a word like $name?

AIt prints the word 'name' to the screen.

BIt creates a variable named 'name' to store data.

CIt comments out the line.

DIt runs a command called 'name'.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand the role of $ in PowerShell
The $ symbol is used to declare or access variables in PowerShell.
Step 2: Identify what $name means
$name means a variable named 'name' that can hold data like text or numbers.
Final Answer:
It creates a variable named 'name' to store data. -> Option B
Quick Check:
$ before word = variable creation [OK]

Quick Trick: Remember: $ always starts a variable name [OK]

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