Asked by Maya
When writing an essay, should I only cite paraphrased or quoted information in my bibliography?
If I use something for background info., do I have to cite it.
If I use something for background info., do I have to cite it.
Answers
Answered by
Ms. Sue
Yes.
Answered by
Reed
Quoted information MUST be cited.
Paraphrased statements should also be cited. "John Doe (1999) contends that George Washington was a traitor." Whether it's "background" or any other purpose. Your own thesis and summary, your own interpretations, are not cited, since there is no citation.
Paraphrased statements should also be cited. "John Doe (1999) contends that George Washington was a traitor." Whether it's "background" or any other purpose. Your own thesis and summary, your own interpretations, are not cited, since there is no citation.
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