Why isn't the line number always accurate when using `traceback`? Are there edge cases?

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Why isn't the line number always accurate when using `traceback`? Are there edge cases?
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The line number might be slightly off due to things like comments, blank lines, or compiler optimizations. Also, errors in dynamically generated code (e.g., using `exec` or `eval`) can sometimes have less precise line number information. Check your stack trace for the original source of the error, not just the immediately failing line.