A student is caught cheating on an exam resulting in the consequence of failing both the exam and the course. Classmates believe the student had this "punishment coming." Which of the following concepts does this support?

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Just deserts is a concept in criminal justice that emphasizes giving individuals what they deserve based on their actions. In this case, the classmates believe the student deserved the punishment for cheating, aligning with the principle of just deserts.

A Student Is Caught Cheating on an Exam Resulting in the Consequence