A flat learning curve implies slow learning, which could be because there is little (left) to learn, the need for learning is low, or because it's difficult. A

A flat learning curve implies slow learning, which could be because there is little (left) to learn, the need for learning is low, or because it's difficult. A steep learning curve could be due to having to start with unusual basics which means you accrue knowledge quickly but you can't do much with it yet.