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variables5 is confusing

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A-exercises C-enhancement P-medium
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Description

It teaches about shadowing, which is not really useful if used like this (nor is it appropriate at this point in the curriculum).

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Research direction

The issue names only the variables5 exercise and does not identify a file or test. Start by locating that exercise and reviewing its instructions alongside nearby curriculum exercises; done means the exercise’s purpose and placement address the concern about shadowing.

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Assessment

Tech stack
rust
Domain
content
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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