can you plagiarize your own work?

[45408]

Just re-use most of the same sources. That's completely fair game, as long as you cite them all properly. You'll still save time, and I see no problems with it ethically.

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[Dienekes]

I'm kind of amazed by the negative responses to the idea of using the same paper for two different classes. I agree that if your institution explicitly states in its honor code (or whatever it uses) that that kind of behavior is not allowed then you should not do it, but if there is no rule against it I hardly see it as an unethical or unfair thing to do.

Rule #3: Just because it isn't explicitly illegal, does not mean you will not get in some form of trouble for it in hindsight that far outweighs the benefits.

Rule #4: Never take anyone at their word, especially not an administrator, lawyer or professor. If it isn't in writing, you have no agreement.