This is an example of externalizing responsibility. In this scenario, you are attributing the responsibility for the consequences of your actions (bringing an unapproved calculator) to someone else (your teacher) rather than accepting accountability for your own choices. This reflects a mindset where individuals may seek to justify their actions by shifting the blame, rather than recognizing their own role in complying with rules and regulations.
You take an unapproved calculator into your Mathematics exam. The calculator has CAS functionality, which is not allowed as it can provide an advantage. You reason that it’s your teacher’s responsibility to make sure you’ve got the correct calculator.
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