Let’s get into something hotter than an illegal jalapeno: pay someone to do my math homework for me. We’re there. Straight talk, without any fluff or nonsense. You’re staring blankly at the math homework, as if it were written in Sumerian. Maybe I could pay someone else to do it for me. No judgments here. It’s okay to not judge.
Why does the thought occur? For starters, the world is busy. You may be juggling work, family obligations, and trying to keep up the appearance of social life. It’s like having an uninvited party guest crash your event and refuse to leave.
There’s also the pressure cooker of our educational system. The difficulty of a game has jumped suddenly from “Meh”, to “Why bother?” overnight. It’s important to get high grades because, let’s be honest: they matter. When doors are stuck shut, they can open them and even sometimes windows.
Here’s the big question: is it worth paying someone else to solve your math problems? Imagine paying your hard-earned money only to receive work that is so sloppy it looks like someone did the math. And my grandmother’s specialty was not algebra, but baking cookies.
Let’s also not forget Mr. Ethics, who is sitting at your side whispering about personal growth and integrity. You might get a temporary fix by cheating, but consider what you are missing. Crazy concept, right?
You also run the risk of being caught. Imagine this: you hand in a paper so flawless that Pythagoras looks like a novice. You know that you have trouble with simple arithmetic, so your teacher has raised an eyebrow to the point where it is almost touching Earth’s orbit. Busted!
Don’t misunderstand me; asking for help is perfectly fine. It’s okay to admit that some numbers are making you run screaming for the hills. Consider other alternatives before throwing cash at the problem.
What about starting a study circle? After all, misery loves company. You can also use YouTube or Khan Academy to find free materials that will help you understand things in a way that doesn’t cause you to want cry.
If all else fails, and you are truly stuck — talk to your professor or teacher. It may not sound as good as broccoli as dessert, but they might appreciate your willingness to learn and honesty.
It’s not about crossing the finish-line (or the semester) but rather how well you did the race. (Cue inspiring music). It’s tempting to take shortcuts, but it is more rewarding to overcome challenges by yourself.
Before you reach for your wallet to buy math answers faster than concert tickets, consider other options that will not leave you with a bad feeling or put you in trouble.
You might not be good at math, but you are! Who wants to have their spending habits labelled “math home work” at the family Monopoly game night? Face the numbers in front of you! What’s the use of figuring things out?
Next time you hear someone ask “Can someone pay me to take my online course?” Maybe we should question why someone feels that way, instead of jumping on our moral high horse. Understanding begins with listening, even if it makes you uncomfortable.