Question
What is wrong with the following entry in the reference list?
Dym, C.L. et al. 2009. Engineering design: a project-based introduction. 3rd ed. Hoboken: Wiley.
The abbreviation “et al.” should not be in italics
In the reference list “et al.” should not be used; the first seven authors’ details must be typed out
There should not be a space before the name of the Publisher (Wiley).
The reference to the edition (3rd ed.) should be placed behind the publication details.
Dym, C.L. et al. 2009. Engineering design: a project-based introduction. 3rd ed. Hoboken: Wiley.
The abbreviation “et al.” should not be in italics
In the reference list “et al.” should not be used; the first seven authors’ details must be typed out
There should not be a space before the name of the Publisher (Wiley).
The reference to the edition (3rd ed.) should be placed behind the publication details.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The issue with the entry is:
**The abbreviation “et al.” should not be in italics.**
In many citation styles, "et al." is not italicized and should be written in regular font. The other points mentioned may vary according to specific citation style guidelines. For example, some styles might permit "et al." after a certain number of authors, while others might require up to seven authors to be listed. Always refer to the specific style guide you are following for precise formatting rules.
**The abbreviation “et al.” should not be in italics.**
In many citation styles, "et al." is not italicized and should be written in regular font. The other points mentioned may vary according to specific citation style guidelines. For example, some styles might permit "et al." after a certain number of authors, while others might require up to seven authors to be listed. Always refer to the specific style guide you are following for precise formatting rules.