What does a “syntax error” mean?
This usually means you entered a character or characters in the answer box when WebWorK was expecting a number. It can also mean you are missing a beginning or ending parenthesis. You will also get a form of syntax error if WebWorK expects a function of a particular variable as the answer, such as t, and you enter a function of a different variable, like x. Previewing your answer before you submit it can catch a lot of these types of errors. Return to the top • Why do I have a pink background? Although the problem writers have done their best to design error-free problems, an occasional one may pop up. It’s a good idea to view your problems soon after the open date for the homework set so that if there is such an occurrence it can be corrected before the homework is due. To report the error, scroll down to display the Problem Set Version Number (PSVN). Make a note of this number, and the problem you are working on in the set. Click the “Feedback” button to open an email form. In commen
