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Python Python Basics (2015) Logic in Python Try and Except

Frank Covello
Frank Covello
413 Points
Posted by Frank Covello
Frank Covello
413 Points

Float function?

Task 1 is no longer passing when adding float(). Any advice or which video to consult for help would be appreciated.

trial.py 
age = 29
year = 1988
def add(age, year):
    float(add)
    return (age + year)

1 Answer

Krishna Pratap Chouhan
Krishna Pratap Chouhan
15,203 Points
Krishna Pratap Chouhan
Krishna Pratap Chouhan
15,203 Points

I believe you meant float(age) rather than float(add)

age = 29
year = 1988
def add(age, year):
    float(age)
    return (age + year)