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Java Java Basics Using your New Tools Multiple Format Strings

Posted by Laura Kirby
Laura Kirby
2,893 Points

Poorly written prompt. Note to creators and people who get stuck here. `String name = console.readLine();`

The question states, "Create a new variable called name and accept input from the console using the readLine method."

In my opinion, obvious solutions here are: 

String name = console.readLine();

or 

String name; 
console.readline();

However, in order for the code to be evaluated as "correct" we must pass a formal argument that prompts the user. 

// Actual Solution:
String name = console.readLine("Insert your name: ")

Clearer wording might say, "Create a new variable called name and assign it to the console input using the readLine method. Use a formal parameter to prompt the user to enter their name."