How do you use quotation marks when using in-text citations?
Answer
To do an in-text citation for a quotation:
- When using a quote from an author, place an in-text citation after the quotation marks.
- The citation contains the author's last name, the year of the work, and the page number for the quote.
Example:
"Companies that operate internationally should evaluate the target market" (Drucker, 2019, p. 305).
When using an online source, use a paragraph number instead of a page number: (Drucker, 2019, para. 5).
To cite an in-text citation for a paraphrase:
- When using the ideas of another in your own words, quotation marks are not necessary.
- After the paraphrase, cite the author of the idea used and the year. (Author's last name, Year).
On the References page, use the complete reference for the work.
Example:
Drucker, P. (2019). Title of book in italics. City, ST where published: Publisher of book.
For other examples, see the APA Help Guide.
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