Misconception: When a variable is on both sides of an equal sign (i.e., x = x+1), students can get very confused.

Students have difficulty when the same variable is on both sides of the equal sign x = x + 1 as opposed to x = y + 1.

This misunderstanding probably comes from learning about variables in math.

Students can find this concept counter-intuitive because they’re used to looking at the RIGHT side of the equation first!

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