[5.11] Syntax Errors and Logical Errors

• Syntax errors -- Errors in spelling and grammar.
  • You can use the compiler or interpreter to uncover syntax errors.

  • You must have a good working knowledge of error messages to discover the cause of the error.

• Logical errors -- Errors that indicate the logic used when coding the program failed to solve the problem.
  • You do not get error messages with logic errors.

  • Your only clue to the existence of logic errors is the production of wrong solutions.

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