[Solved] This script on macOS throws an error:Get-Content file.txt | Where-Object { $_ -eq 'test' }What is the likely cause? | PowerShell

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This script on macOS throws an error:

Get-Content file.txt | Where-Object { $_ -eq 'test' }

What is the likely cause?

Afile.txt does not exist in current directory

BWhere-Object does not accept script blocks on macOS

CGet-Content is not available on macOS

D$_ is invalid syntax in Where-Object

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Check file existence
If file.txt is missing, Get-Content throws an error.
Step 2: Confirm command support
Get-Content and Where-Object with $_ script block work on macOS PowerShell.
Final Answer:
file.txt does not exist in current directory -> Option A
Quick Check:
Missing file causes Get-Content error [OK]

Quick Trick: Ensure files exist before using Get-Content [OK]

Common Mistakes:

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