Sample Response: There are school and life consequences for plagiarism. School consequences include receiving a zero grade, being expelled or suspended, and damaging your reputation. Life consequences include losing your job, credibility, and the respect of others. There is also the risk of legal action and fines.
Students who plagiarize or otherwise engage in academic dishonesty face serious consequences. Sanctions may include, but are not limited to, failure on an assignment, grade reduction or course failure, suspension, and possibly dismissal.
