A citation is what tells your reader that you got information from another source. It is used to acknowledge another's work, prevent plagiarism, lend credibility to your writing, and help the reader find the sources you used.
All of your citations will be listed on a page at the end of your paper and will need to follow an established writing style specified by your instructor. To learn how to use APA, MLA, Chicago, CSE, or ASA Style, click on one of the tabs above.
Click the image below for the Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL) Citation Guides:
This link opens in a new windowThere are several different ways to cite resources in your paper, most of which have been standardized and approved by professional or educational organizations. The citation style usually depends on the academic discipline involved. For example:
IMPORTANT: Check with your instructor to make sure you use the style they require. And whatever style you choose, BE CONSISTENT!
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