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Most business reports require 2 types of citations: In-text citations in the narrative and an alphabetized bibliography of citations at the end.
Remember: The goal of every in-text citation is to direct your readers back to the bibliography so they can verify the information on their own. They work together.
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- ZoteroBibHelps you build a bibliography instantly from any computer or device, without creating an account or installing any software
Other help with APA style
- Doing Business Research: What information you need to cite JMU business databasesShows you how to create citations for common business databases, since citation generators often can't parse permalinks.
- Complete APA citation guide for COB 300 (PDF)Includes a sample of what a bibliography and in-text citations should look like in APA 7th.
- APA Formatting & Style GuideA thorough guide to APA style from Purdue University.
- Missing Pieces: How to Write an APA Style Reference Even Without All the InformationThe authors of the APA style manual answers questions about unique style problems, e.g., "How do I cite a mobile app?"
- JMU Writing CenterSchedule an appointment or attend drop-in hours in the Student Success Center.