UNV104 APA Practice Flashcard

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What should be included in the in-text citation when citing a secondary source in APA format?

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Both the author of the original source and the secondary source.

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How should we cite an article with no author when paraphrasing?

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Use a shortened version of the resource's title with quotation marks, e.g., ("Using RUA," 2016).

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What is the basic format for the reference page in APA style?

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Author. (Publication Date). Title.

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Why are citations needed in academic essays?

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Citations provide scholarly credibility, give credit to sources to avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to locate original sources.

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Which of the following is a properly cited source?

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Undergraduate students dislike writing (Trujillo, 2012).

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What is the purpose of an in-text citation?

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To give credit to the original source of information used in your work.

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What does APA stand for?

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American Psychological Association.

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What is the correct way to format a book title in APA style?

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Italicize the book title.

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How do you format a citation for a website in APA style?

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Author. (Year, Month Date). Title of the webpage. Website Name. URL

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What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?

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A primary source is original material, while a secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.