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Citation indicates to your audience that a particular idea, concept or statement used in your work originated with another person. It also provides sufficient information for the reader to identify and find the sources used in your writing.

When writing a research paper you must cite all sources of information. Using the work of others without giving credit to your source is considered plagiarism.

Below are brief summaries of citation styles commonly used in academic and professional writing.

Verify with your instructors their preferred citation style and edition before beginning your assignment.