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Which statement best describes how Where-Object processes pipeline input?

AIt collects all objects first, then filters them as a group

BIt evaluates each object individually against the condition and passes only those that match

CIt modifies objects in place without filtering

DIt only works with arrays, not pipeline input

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand pipeline processing in Where-Object
Where-Object processes each object one by one as it flows through the pipeline.
Step 2: Filtering behavior
It evaluates the condition for each object and passes only those that satisfy it downstream.
Final Answer:
It evaluates each object individually against the condition and passes only those that match -> Option B
Quick Check:
Individual evaluation and filtering = A [OK]

Quick Trick: Where-Object filters objects one at a time in the pipeline [OK]

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