What is considered plagiarism "fraud"?
Select one:
A. "Fraud" is taking small sections of another's words or ideas and changing them into your own words without giving the writer proper credit. All sources, no matter how briefly used, must be given credit.
B. "Fraud" is taking several other texts that were written by others, piecing together these ideas or words into a single paper, and turning in that paper as your own work.
C. Turning in a paper that was written or partially written by anyone or anything else is "fraud." This is plagiarism.
Answer (1)
Plagiarism is considered fraud when someone presents another person's work or ideas as their own, failing to provide credit. Among the options listed, the most encompassing definition of fraud is found in option 'c', which covers any use of another's written work. All definitions underscore the importance of academic integrity and proper citation. ;
