A student confides in their advisor that they witnessed a peer cheating on a major exam. The student is hesitant to report it for fear of repercussions. What is the MOST ethical and appropriate guidance the advisor should provide?

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B) Encourage the student to report the incident to the appropriate academic authority, explaining the importance of academic integrity and available protections.. Upholding academic integrity is a community responsibility. The advisor should empower the student to follow established reporting procedures, emphasizing the value of integrity and reassuring them about confidentiality and protections against retaliation.

A student confides in their advisor that they witnessed a peer cheating on a major exam. The student is hesitant to report it for fear of repercussions. What is the MOST ethical and appropriate guidance the advisor should provide?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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