I agree. Basic pedagogy: if you are about to introduce an example where you think you might have to choose between being truthful or confusing, you should not introduce that example. Or, if you have to, do it the confusing way.
Lying to beginners to shield them from confusion does not help them. Find a way to do what you want to do while still telling the truth.
Lying to beginners to shield them from confusion does not help them. Find a way to do what you want to do while still telling the truth.