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Vincent Theriault
2,044 PointsCSS Advanced Selectors, 1st Challenge task 2
I might just be too tired... but I can't see what's wrong
Challenge : "Create a new rule that targets the 3rd list item only. Set the background color to the HEX value FF6347."
My answer : li:nth-child(3) { background-color: FF6347; }
3 Answers
Hasan Pektas
2,128 PointsDon't forget the hashtag "#" before the HEX code (#ff6347).
Derek Etnyre
20,822 PointsBelieve you need to put an n after the 3 - like this:
li:nth-child(3n) { background-color: FF6347; }
Jason Anello
Courses Plus Student 94,610 PointsThis would select every 3rd child.
Vincent Theriault
2,044 PointsThanks guys. I should never code when tired..... : )
Jason Anello
Courses Plus Student 94,610 PointsJason Anello
Courses Plus Student 94,610 PointsIt's the hashtag.