Explore the ethical implications of using a calculator in various contexts and scenarios. This tool helps users evaluate whether using a calculator is considered cheating or a helpful aid depending on the situation.
Homework
Test
Everyday Use
Basic Calculator
Scientific Calculator
Graphing Calculator
Result will appear here after evaluation.
function evaluateCheating() {
const taskType = document.getElementById(“taskType”).value;
const calculatorType = document.getElementById(“calculatorType”).value;
const calculatorUse = document.getElementById(“calculatorUse”).value;
let resultMessage = “”;
if (taskType === “homework”) {
if (calculatorType === “scientific” || calculatorType === “graphing”) {
resultMessage = “Using advanced calculators for homework might be considered cheating if the task is to assess manual problem-solving skills.”;
} else {
resultMessage = “Using a basic calculator for homework is typically allowed unless it’s explicitly stated otherwise.”;
}
} else if (taskType === “test”) {
resultMessage = “Using calculators in tests depends on the test’s rules. Always check the test guidelines to avoid cheating.”;
} else {
resultMessage = “Using a calculator in everyday tasks, like budgeting or cooking, is perfectly fine and not considered cheating.”;
}
document.getElementById(“evaluationResult”).innerHTML = `
