Mastering Citations and References

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What is the correct format for an APA in-text citation for a book with one author?

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(Author, Year)

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Which of the following is a correct APA citation for a book on the works cited page? Options: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of work. Publisher., Author, A. A. Title of work. Publisher, Year., Title of work. Author, A. A. (Year). Publisher., Publisher. Author, A. A. (Year). Title of work.

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Author, A. A. (Year). Title of work. Publisher.

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When paraphrasing a source, which of the following is necessary? Use the exact words from the source., Change the words but keep the same sentence structure., Rewrite the idea in your own words and cite the source., Only mention the author's name.

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Rewrite the idea in your own words and cite the source.

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Which of the following is a correct APA in-text citation for a direct quote? (Author, Year, p. Page Number), (Author, Year), (Author, Page Number), (Year, Author, p. Page Number)

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(Author, Year, p. Page Number)

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How should multiple authors be cited in an APA in-text citation for the first time?

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(First Author & Second Author, Year)

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What is the purpose of a works cited page?

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To provide a list of all sources referenced in your work.

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Which of the following is a strategic reason for using direct quotes in your writing?
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To fill up space in your paper.
To provide evidence that supports your argument.
To make your paper look more professional.
To avoid paraphrasing.

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To provide evidence that supports your argument.

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Why is it important to use in-text citations when paraphrasing?

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To give credit to the original author and avoid plagiarism.

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How can you ensure that your paraphrasing is not too similar to the original text?

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Read the original text, then write it in your own words without looking.

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What is the main difference between quoting and paraphrasing?

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Quoting uses the author's exact words, paraphrasing uses your own words.