[Solved] What is wrong with this PowerShell function parameter declaration?function Sample { param([string]$text =) Write-Output $text } | PowerShell

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What is wrong with this PowerShell function parameter declaration?

function Sample { param([string]$text =) Write-Output $text }

AThe default value for the parameter is missing after the equals sign.

BThe parameter type [string] is not allowed with default values.

CThe function is missing the return statement.

DParameters cannot be declared inside the param block.

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Analyze the parameter declaration
The parameter is declared as [string]$text = which ends with an equals sign but no value.
Step 2: Understand default value syntax
In PowerShell, a default value must be assigned after the equals sign, e.g., $text = 'default'. Leaving it empty causes a syntax error.
Final Answer:
The default value for the parameter is missing after the equals sign. -> Option A
Quick Check:
Check if default value is assigned after '=' [OK]

Quick Trick: Default values must follow '=' with a valid value [OK]

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