Applescript: Open a Folder in Finder

Question

I m trying to open a folder in Finder using AppleScript. The following is my code. I want the folder WorkSpace to open in Finder, but it opens the Parent Folder

Answer 1

Try:

if front Finder window exists then
    set target of front Finder window to the_folder
else
    open the_folder
end if

Edited to incorporate jackjr300's correction. Finder window is the correct class to use.