Research

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What is plagiarism?

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Plagiarism is the act of using someone else's work, ideas, or intellectual property without giving proper credit, which is considered an act of fraud.

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Is it okay to copy a paragraph from a website and submit it as your own work?

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No Way - This is considered plagiarism.

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What should you do if you want to use someone else's drawing in your report?

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You can print it and give credit to the illustrator, which is okay.

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What is common knowledge?

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Common knowledge refers to information that is widely known and accepted, and it cannot be plagiarized.

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When evaluating a source, what key elements should you look for?

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You should look for the author, date, and title of the source.

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What is the consequence of plagiarism in academic settings?

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Plagiarism can lead to serious consequences, including failing grades, academic probation, or expulsion.

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How can you avoid plagiarism when writing a paper?

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You can avoid plagiarism by paraphrasing information in your own words and citing your sources properly.

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What is a citation?

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A citation is a reference to a source of information, which gives credit to the original author or creator.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and quoting?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording someone else's ideas in your own words, while quoting involves using the exact words from a source.

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Why is it important to give credit to sources?

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Giving credit to sources is important to acknowledge the original creator's work and to avoid plagiarism.