Cory cheats on an I.Q. test, and is labeled the smartest kid in class. However, the consequences for getting away with it are worse than getting caught; Cory may be transferred into a new school for smart kids.

When Cory insists that teaching is easy, in comparison to learning, Mr. Feeny agrees to a bet; Cory and Mr. Feeny temporarily switch roles, with Cory teaching social studies for one week, while Feeny is a student.