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Stefan Karakashev
Full Stack JavaScript Techdegree Student 6,721 PointsWhy use EM when we can use REM and achieve the same effect without the compounding effect?
Is there any point in using EM when I can use REM and achieve the same effect, unless I actually want a compounding effect with EM?
2 Answers
Steven Parker
231,261 PointsYou nearly answered your own question there. Use "rem" when you don't want the setting to adapt to changes made to parent elements, and "em" for when you do.
Stefan Karakashev
Full Stack JavaScript Techdegree Student 6,721 PointsOK, thanks, Steven.