You found a source that perfectly supports your argument. Instead of copying, you rewrite the content in your own words but don’t include a citation.
What academic principle does this violate?

Question

You found a source that perfectly supports your argument. Instead of copying, you rewrite the content in your own words but don’t include a citation. 
 What academic principle does this violate?

Accepted Answer

Honesty; you failed to credit the original idea by citing the source

Answer

None; rewriting is enough.

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