Why do I need to cite?
Giving credit to the original author of a work or idea is an important ethical concept. There are several reasons why you must cite your sources.
When do I need a citation?
You must cite any author's words, thoughts, or ideas that you use in your paper or that influence your ideas. This includes but isn't limited to books, journal articles, web pages, reports, data, statistics, speeches, lectures, personal interviews, etc. You should cite whenever you:
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