What output will the following PowerShell function produce when piping the numbers 4, 5, and 6?

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PowerShell - Functions

function Multiply-ByThree {
  param([Parameter(ValueFromPipeline=$true)]$Number)
  process { $Number * 3 }
}
4,5,6 | Multiply-ByThree

A4 5 6

B12 15 18

C3 3 3

DNo output

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand pipeline input
The function accepts pipeline input via the parameter $Number.
Step 2: Process block operation
Each piped number is multiplied by 3 and output.
Step 3: Calculate outputs
4*3=12, 5*3=15, 6*3=18.
Final Answer:
12 15 18 -> Option B
Quick Check:
Each input multiplied by 3 outputs correctly [OK]

Quick Trick: Process block runs for each pipeline input [OK]

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