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Python

Posted by Bartłomiej Kuczma
Bartłomiej Kuczma
903 Points

Can't pass this test.

''' import sys q = input("do you want to start a movie?".lower) if (q != "n"): print("Enjoy the show!") else: sys.exit() '''

Whats is wrong with this code? It works just fine in compiler. wow I can't even format it in right way...

Alexander Davison
Alexander Davison
65,469 Points

To format your code properly, you shouldn't use this symbol: '

:point_right: You should use this symbol: `

You can find the backtick symbol (`) on the very top-left corner of your keyboard, usually. It is also very commonly under the esc key on your keyboard.

2 Answers

Alexander Davison
Alexander Davison
65,469 Points
Alexander Davison
Alexander Davison
65,469 Points

Without you formatting your code properly, it is hard to tell where your errors are.

However, there are a couple errors in plain sight even without formatting:

  • You need parentheses () after lower. This is because it is a function.
  • You need to move the use of the lower function outside the input function call.
  • You need to CAPITALIZE the very first letter of "do you want to start a movie?".

I'm pretty sure this would work:

import sys

watch_movie = input("Do you want to start a movie? ").lower()

if watch_movie != 'n':
    print("Enjoy the show!")
else:
    sys.exit()
Bartłomiej Kuczma
Bartłomiej Kuczma
903 Points
Bartłomiej Kuczma
Bartłomiej Kuczma
903 Points

Thanks guys! That was very helpfull! :)