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What is the function of references in a scientific paper?
What is the function of references in a scientific paper?
- Add credibility to the information presented (correct)
- Decorate the paper with additional information
- Highlight the author's personal opinions
- Create confusion for the readers
What is the purpose of organizing citations and references during the writing process?
What is the purpose of organizing citations and references during the writing process?
- To increase the word count of the paper
- To showcase the author's wide reading
- To identify where previously published articles are most relevant in the paper (correct)
- To confuse the readers with excessive citations
When is the ideal time to organize materials that might be cited in a scientific paper?
When is the ideal time to organize materials that might be cited in a scientific paper?
- During the final editing stage
- After completing the first draft of the paper
- Just before submission
- When beginning to write the paper (correct)
What does a citation inserted in the text identify?
What does a citation inserted in the text identify?
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How do references and citations contribute to readers' understanding?
How do references and citations contribute to readers' understanding?
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Functions of References
- References in a scientific paper allow readers to access the original sources cited, enabling them to further investigate a topic or verify the credibility of the authors' claims.
Organizing Citations and References
- Organizing citations and references during the writing process helps authors keep track of sources, promotes academic integrity, and facilitates the verification of information.
Ideal Time to Organize Materials
- Authors should organize materials that might be cited in a scientific paper from the beginning of the research process, ensuring accurate recording and easy retrieval of sources.
Citation Identification
- A citation inserted in the text identifies the original source of the information, idea, or concept, providing credit to the original author(s) and enabling readers to access the full reference.
Contribution to Readers' Understanding
- References and citations contribute to readers' understanding by providing transparency, credibility, and access to the original sources, allowing readers to evaluate the credibility of the research and build upon existing knowledge.
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