When to use ITC
When using information from a website and putting it into your own words do you still need an in-text citation?
YES! Paraphrased information needs an in-text citation
True or False? narrative is when a fact is stated, and the citation follows in parentheses.
False
what two elements are necessary for APA in-txt citation
last name of author AND publication year
what style of writing is commonly used in social sciences
APA
When using exact words from a text, what type of citation should you use
Author, year, page number when available
When writing, it is best to stay consistent with the style of in-text citation (yes or no)
no
This is the abbreviation used inside an in-text citation when a source provides no publication date.
n.d.
how many spaces go after a period in APA
one
True or False: you only need an in-text citation when you directly quote
False, you cite paraphrased or summarized information
Change this parenthetical citation to narrative: Johnson states physical activity can improve mental well-being (2025)
Physical activity can improve mental well-being (Johnson 2025)
If a source has no listed author, what element do you provide instead
Title of the work
how do you cite more than 3 authors in an in text citation
First authors last name, and et al
When writing information that is common knowledge, should you use in-text citations?
No.
When using narrative citations do you need to include a date?
Yes
Is this the correct format (Smith 2026).
If not, correct it
no, there needs to be a comma after the last name
What is the symbol called to separate two authors in citation
ampersand (&)