Question 1

What citation style should I use?

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It depends on your field. APA (American Psychological Association) is standard for psychology, education, and social sciences. MLA (Modern Language Association) is used in humanities and literature. Harvard is common in UK universities and business schools. When in doubt, check your assignment guidelines.

Question 2

How do I cite multiple authors in APA?

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In APA, list up to 20 authors with an ampersand before the last one. For 21 or more, list the first 19, add an ellipsis, then the last author. In in-text citations, use 'et al.' for works with 3 or more authors.

Question 3

What is a DOI and when should I include it?

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A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a unique string assigned to a journal article or document. Always include the DOI when available — it provides a permanent link to the source. If no DOI exists, include the URL of the journal website.

Question 4

Do I need to include the access date for websites?

Accepted Answer

In MLA and Harvard, yes — include the date you accessed a webpage. In APA 7th edition, access dates are only required for sources that may change over time (like wikis). Always include them if in doubt.

Question 5

Are these citations 100% accurate?

Accepted Answer

Our citations follow standard formatting guidelines for APA, MLA, and Harvard. However, style guides are updated periodically, and institutions may have specific variations. Always verify against your institution's style guide or the official style manual before submission.

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