How to Cite Sources Correctly (APA, MLA, Chicago)

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How to Cite Sources Correctly: APA, MLA, Chicago (No Plagiarism)

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3. APA 7th (Social Sciences)

In-text: (Smith, 2024)
Reference: Smith, J. (2024). *Title*. Publisher. DOI

4. MLA 9th (Humanities)

In-text: (Smith 23)
Works Cited: Smith, John. *Title*. Publisher, 2024.

5. Chicago (History, Arts)

Notes: 1. John Smith, *Title* (Publisher, 2024), 23.
Bib: Smith, John. *Title*. Publisher, 2024.

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  • Hanging indent
  • DOI or URL if no DOI

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