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Name Instructor Course Date Discussion Post1 Why is Plagiarism a Severe Academic Offense? Plagiarism is one of the most serious academic offenses. The main reason is that it compromises the principles of integrity, honesty, and originality, which are primary in the education system. When a person plagiarizes, they take another person's idea, work, or even words and present them as their own without acknowledging the owner (Pratama 512). This process usually misleads other people about a person’s efforts and abilities. Moreover, this dishonesty usually destroys the students’ credibility, reduces the value of their qualifications, and sometimes compromises the whole institution's integrity. Why Might Someone Plagiarize? *Can You Plagiarize Yourself? Different people plagiarize because of different reasons. For instance, some individuals plagiarize because they fail to understand what causes plagiarism, do not manage their time well, or even succumb to pressures to attain high grades. For instance, who plagiarize without knowing (Dewantara and Hasanah 85). On the other hand, there are others who, despite knowing that it is harmful, plagiarize because they are overwhelmed by the work and, therefore, use it as a shortcut. Yes, there is an inst...