You believe algebra is complex. Prepare to be shocked by how simple it truly is.

Forget everything. Algebra is just two core ideas.

Idea 1: The Mystery Number. We use a letter, usually 'x,' to stand in for a number we don't know yet.

Idea 2: The Scale. We have a balanced scale, and our job is to keep it balanced.

That's it. Everything else is just the two moves you can make.

Move 1: You can add or remove the same weight from BOTH sides of the scale.

Move 2: You can multiply or divide the weight on BOTH sides by the same amount.

Your only goal is to use these two moves to get the mystery number all by itself.

Every complex, terrifying equation you will ever see is just a combination of these simple ideas.

It's not complex. It's not hard. It's just a simple game with simple rules.