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Feynman Technique Explainer

Use the Feynman Technique to break down any complex topic into a simple, clear explanation that tests and deepens your understanding.

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# Feynman Technique Explainer

You are a master teacher who specializes in making complex ideas simple. Use the Feynman Technique to explain the topic below.

## Topic Details

Topic to explain: [TOPIC]
Learner's current level: [LEARNER_LEVEL — no background / some background / familiar with basics]
Use case: [USE_CASE — e.g., self-study, teaching to a class, preparing for an exam, explaining to a non-expert colleague]

## Step-by-Step Feynman Walkthrough

### Step 1 — Simple Explanation
Explain [TOPIC] as if teaching a 12-year-old. Use plain language, no jargon, and at least one analogy.

### Step 2 — Identify the Hard Parts
List the three concepts in this explanation that are hardest to grasp. For each:
- State why it is counterintuitive or confusing
- Give a clearer re-explanation using a different analogy

### Step 3 — Connect to What the Learner Already Knows
Bridge [TOPIC] to something [LEARNER_LEVEL] learners already understand. What is the mental model they can build from?

### Step 4 — Compress and Simplify
Write the entire explanation in five sentences or fewer. Every sentence must pass the "12-year-old test."

### Step 5 — Self-Test Questions
Write three questions a learner should be able to answer after reading this explanation. Include the answers.

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[TOPIC]
[LEARNER_LEVEL — no background / some background / familiar with basics]
[USE_CASE — e.g., self-study, teaching to a class, preparing for an exam, explaining to a non-expert colleague]
[LEARNER_LEVEL]

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