Why is it important to include in-text citations and a works cited page?

A. To show the reader that you're right.

B. To give credit to sources used so you're not plagiarizing.

C. It's not important to include in-text citations, but it is important to include a works cited page.

D. It's not important to include a works cited page, but it is important to include in-text citations.

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Caleb Beltran

1 December, 15:45

Why is it important to include in-text citations and a works cited page?

A. To show the reader that you're right.

B. To give credit to sources used so you're not plagiarizing.

C. It's not important to include in-text citations, but it is important to include a works cited page.

D. It's not important to include a works cited page, but it is important to include in-text citations.

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Briana · Answer 1

B - to give credit to sources used so you're not plagiarizing.

When writing a research paper you must credit your sources both as in-text citations and include a works cited page to show that you've taken the time to complete the necessary research and are not plagiarizing and using someone else's work as your own.