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CSS CSS Basics (2014) The Box Model Padding, Borders, and Margins

Jocelyn Hernandez
Jocelyn Hernandez
1,713 Points
Posted by Jocelyn Hernandez
Jocelyn Hernandez
1,713 Points

I dont undersatnd why the second task is suddenly invalid

How can I add a border to the secondary-content without affecting the border-top rule in .wildlife?

style.css 
/* Complete the challenge by writing CSS below */
.primary-content {
  padding-top: 25px;
  padding-bottom: 95px;
}

.wildlife {
  border-top: 10px solid orange;
  margin-top: 105px;
}

.secondary-content {
  padding-top: 80px;
  padding-bottom: 70px;
  border: 2px dotted lightgrey;
}
index.html 
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
  <head>
    <title>Lake Tahoe</title>
    <link rel="stylesheet" href="page.css">
    <link rel="stylesheet" href="style.css">
  </head>
  <body> 
        <div class="primary-content t-border">
            <p class="intro">
                Lake Tahoe is one of the most breathtaking attractions located in California. It's home to a number of ski resorts, summer outdoor recreation, and tourist attractions. Snow and skiing are a significant part of the area's reputation.
            </p>
            <a href="#more">Find out more</a>


        <div class="wildlife">
          <h2>Check out all the Wildlife</h2>
          <p>
          As spawning season approaches, the fish acquire a humpback and protuberant jaw. After spawning, they die and their carcasses provide a feast for gatherings of <a href="#mink">mink</a>, <a href="#bears">bears</a>, and <a href="#eagles">bald eagles</a>.
          </p>
                <a href="#wildlife">See the Wildlife</a>

        </div>
      </div><!-- End .primary-content -->


        <div class="secondary-content t-border"> 
      <div>
        <h3>From Tents to Resorts</h3>
        <p>
          Lake Tahoe is full of wonderful places to stay. You have the ability to sleep in the outdoors in a tent, or relax like a king at a five star resort. Here are our top three resorts:
        </p>
        <ul>
          <li><a href="#hotels">Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel</a></li>
          <li><a href="#resorts">South Lake Tahoe Resorts</a></li>
          <li><a href="#lodging">Tahoe Ski Resort Lodging</a></li>
        </ul>       
      </div>
      <div>
        <h3>Pack Accordingly</h3>
        <p>
          One of most important things when it comes to traveling through the great outdoors is packing accordingly. Here are a few tips:
        </p>
        <ol>
          <li>Bring layers of clothing</li>
          <li>Pack sunscreen</li>
          <li>Carry extra water just in case</li>
          <li>Pack light</li>
        </ol>
      </div>
        </div><!-- End .secondary-content -->

        <footer class="main-footer">
            <p>All rights reserved to the state of <a href="#">California</a>.</p>
            <a href="#top">Back to top &raquo;</a>
        </footer>
  </body>
</html>

1 Answer

Steven Parker
Steven Parker
231,248 Points
Steven Parker
Steven Parker
231,248 Points

The error message might be a bit misleading, but the instructions for task 5 are: "Finally, give the .secondary-content element a dotted, lightgrey bottom border that's 2px wide."

You're very close, but your border property isn't just for the bottom.