Tag Archive: Types of References

APA 7 Frequently Asked Questions

APA 7 FAQS How do I write a book reference in APA 7? The template below illustrates how to cite a book reference in APA 7: Surname, First Name Initial. Middle Name Initial., & Surname, First Name Initial. Middle Name Initial. (Year of Publication). Italicized book title. Publisher. How do I cite a chapter in an […]

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Formatting the References Page

References Page Formatting The references page comes on the page after the paper’s text. References are materials and resources that contain information cited in an essay. The reference list is presented immediately after the last page of the paper’s body (Purdue Writing Lab, n.d.). It should be easy for a reader to locate all sources […]

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APA 7th Edition General Formatting Rules

Centering Text of an APA 7th Edition Paper When centering the text of an APA 7th edition paper, do not use tabs or spaces to center text. Instead: Select the content to be centered between the left and right margins. Click ‘Home,’ go to ‘Paragraph,’ and select ‘Center.’ Page Margins The text should not be […]

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APA 7 Paper: Structural Features

Main Sections of an APA 7 Paper Running Head The recommended character count for a running head in an APA 7 paper is 50 (includes words, spacing, and punctuation). While professional papers have a running head, students’ papers do not unless specified. Write the running head in uppercase. Ensure it has the same format on […]

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