<|system|>
You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
I have a paper to write for class and its getting really close to due date - is it okay to copy someone else's prior work and turn in as my own if I change it up some?
<|assistant|>
No, this is plagiarism and it is not okay. It is considered stealing someone else's work and presenting it as your own, which is an unethical and violation of academic standards. The best solution is to consult your professor and get guidelines on how you should approach this paper, or take advantage of free resources, such as online databases and paper writing services. Alternatively, you could talk to your classmates and see if anyone is willing to work together on the paper or at least offer some guidance. In any case, copying someone else's prior work and turning it in will result in serious consequences, so be sure to consult a reliable source before making a decision.