[Solved] Identify the error in this code:$obj = [PSCustomObject]@{Name='Sam'}; $obj.Age = 25 — Ans: You cannot add new properties after creation this way | PowerShell

PowerShell - Working with Objects

Identify the error in this code:

$obj = [PSCustomObject]@{Name='Sam'}; $obj.Age = 25

AThe syntax for creating PSCustomObject is wrong

BAge property must be defined in the hashtable initially

CYou cannot add new properties after creation this way

DNo error, code runs fine

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Create PSCustomObject with only Name property
The object has only Name defined initially.
Step 2: Try to add Age property by direct assignment
Direct assignment to a new property does not add it to PSCustomObject.
Step 3: This causes an error or property is not added
New properties must be added with Add-Member, not direct assignment.
Final Answer:
You cannot add new properties after creation this way -> Option C
Quick Check:
Adding new properties requires Add-Member = You cannot add new properties after creation this way [OK]

Quick Trick: Use Add-Member to add new properties after object creation [OK]

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