Question

the rising incidence of plagiarism in both high school and college underscores the complexities of using online research. the internet has opened pandoras box, and no one seems able to close it again. the ease with which students can copy and paste, borrow key phrases, and even purchase essays has raised ethical dilemmas within academia. scholars believe that closing pandoras box entails educating students on exactly what constitutes plagiarism. once a student understands plagiarism, he or she will be less likely to borrow others words and ideas without citing them. what does the author mean by saying the internet \has opened pandoras box\? 1 using the internet for research requires accessing a complex series of servers, routers, and other box - like devices. 2 allowing students to use the internet for research creates many complex and unanticipated problems. 3 students are able to research much more quickly now that they can use the internet as a resource.

Explanation:

The passage discusses how the Internet has led to a rise in plagiarism, an unanticipated problem in academia. This aligns with the idea of opening Pandora's box, which is associated with releasing unforeseen troubles.

Answer:

1. Allowing students to use the Internet for research creates many complex and unanticipated problems.