UNV104 APA Practice Flashcard

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What is the correct way to cite a source in APA format?

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Students often check Facebook in class (New & Seinfeld, 2003).

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How should a quote be cited in APA format?

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Stein (2005) said, "Humor helps in difficult times" (p. 21).

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What is the proper citation for a statement about undergraduate students' writing preferences?

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Undergraduate students dislike writing (Trujillo, 2012).

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What do the abbreviations 'para.' and 'n.d.' stand for in APA?

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'para.' stands for paragraph and 'n.d.' stands for no date.

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How do you cite a secondary source in APA format?

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(as cited in Smith, 2017)

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What is the purpose of in-text citations in APA format?

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To give credit to the original source of information and avoid plagiarism.

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What is the format for a reference list entry in APA?

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

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How do you format a book title in APA style?

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Italicize the title and capitalize only the first word of the title and subtitle.

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What is the difference between a primary and secondary source?

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A primary source provides direct evidence or firsthand accounts, while a secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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What is the significance of the publication year in APA citations?

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It indicates the timeliness of the information and helps readers assess the relevance of the source.