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Python Python Basics Functions and Looping Raise an Exception

Posted by Faraz Jahangiri
Faraz Jahangiri
1,028 Points

why can't I raise a value error for product_idea?

I am trying to raise a value error - but what is wrong with my code?

suggestinator.py 
def suggest(product_idea):
    if len(product_idea) < 3:
        raise ValueError("The name is too short")
        return product_idea + "inator"

1 Answer

Patricia Hector
Patricia Hector
42,902 Points
Patricia Hector
Patricia Hector
42,902 Points

Your raise line is perfect, but you indented the return line inside the if code block. Put it outside and it will pass!