Quote by Wilson Mizner

If you steal from one author, it's plagiarism; if you steal from many, it's research.

If you steal from one author, it's plagiarism; if you steal

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the perception of stealing ideas in the world of academia and research. It suggests that when an individual takes inspiration or ideas from one source without proper attribution, it is considered plagiarism, which is frowned upon. However, if someone draws knowledge or inspiration from multiple sources, it is regarded as research, indicating that a diverse range of influences is often celebrated in the pursuit of knowledge and originality.

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Plagiarism

By Wilson Mizner

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