Quote by Carl Gustav Jung

The teacher pretended that algebra was a perfectly natural affair, to be taken for granted, whereas I didn't even know what numbers were. Mathematics classes became sheer terror and torture to me. I was so intimidated by my incomprehension that I did not dare to ask any questions.

The teacher pretended that algebra was a perfectly natural a

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In this quote, the speaker reflects on their experience with learning algebra. They describe feeling completely lost and ignorant, not even understanding the basic concept of numbers. The teacher's casual attitude towards the subject added to their distress, causing mathematics classes to become a dreadful experience. The speaker's fear of their lack of comprehension prevented them from seeking clarification through asking questions.

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