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Which exception should you catch to handle errors when trying to open a file that does not exist?

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Python - Exception Handling Fundamentals
Which exception should you catch to handle errors when trying to open a file that does not exist?
AIndexError
BFileNotFoundError
CKeyError
DZeroDivisionError
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Identify the error from file operations

    Trying to open a non-existent file raises FileNotFoundError in Python.
  2. Step 2: Match exception to file error

    FileNotFoundError is the specific exception to catch for missing files.
  3. Final Answer:

    FileNotFoundError -> Option B
  4. Quick Check:

    FileNotFoundError = missing file error [OK]
Quick Trick: Use FileNotFoundError for missing files [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Using IndexError for file issues
  • Catching KeyError instead
  • Confusing with ZeroDivisionError

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