Question

Based on the definitions discussed in class, how can we differentiate cheating from other violations of rules?

a. cheaters don't face consequences.
b. cheating only benefits the cheater without harming anyone else.
c. the cheater intentionally violates a known rule.
d. cheaters are less ethical than people who break rules they don't know about.

Answer 1

Cheating can be differentiated from other rule violations by considering several characteristics: cheaters don't face consequences, cheating only benefits the cheater without harming others, the cheater intentionally violates a known rule, and cheaters are less ethical than people who break rules they don't know about.

Step-by-step explanation:

Cheating can be differentiated from other violations of rules based on several characteristics:

1. Cheaters don't face consequences:
2. Unlike other rule violations, cheaters often try to avoid or escape the consequences of their actions.
3. Cheating only benefits the cheater without harming anyone else:
4. Unlike other rule violations that may cause harm or negative impacts on others, cheating generally only benefits the cheater.
5. The cheater intentionally violates a known rule:
6. Cheating involves a deliberate and conscious decision to violate a rule or guideline that the cheater is aware of.
7. Cheaters are less ethical than people who break rules they don't know about:
8. Cheaters knowingly engage in unethical behavior, whereas others who accidentally violate rules they are unaware of may have less moral responsibility.

By considering these characteristics, we can differentiate cheating from other rule violations.