I agree that teaching C++ as "C and then some stuff on top" is probably a bad idea. But I also think that it's not technically incorrect to say that "C is mostl

I agree that teaching C++ as "C and then some stuff on top" is probably a bad idea. But I also think that it's not technically incorrect to say that "C is mostly a subset of C++", at least as far as most C constructs will work in C++ with only minor tweaks. It's a bit like saying that operating the windscreen wipers is a subset of knowing how to drive a car. It's strictly correct, but it's probably not where you should start nor where you should put most of your attention if you're looking to get you license.