Why exactly is it bad etiquette to ask to see a losing showdown hand?

[Nate.]

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If someone asks to see another hand I usually ask "Do you think he is cheating?". They of course say "no". I then say you realize that you are accusing him of cheating when you ask to see his hand right?

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I think it's preferable to gently point out that etiquette dictates that you only ask to see a hand if you suspect cheating. For me a more direct, less confrontational comment is better, if I'm going to say anything at all. Usually I won't, for many reasons.

--Nate