Learning algebra is difficult for most students. Ask any student what they are learning in algebra and you will probably receive an answer similar to this (after - Why do I need to know this?).
"Using Xs and Ys a lot, a bunch of numbers and symbols, and memorizing a lot of rules."
This often comes with learning algebra without connection to anything students can relate to. When students learn basic math, they can make a lot of connections.
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