College Composition CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the proper way to cite a source in an essay?

Use direct quotes without a citation
Describe the information without a source
Include the author's name in the text
Provide the source information in the text

The correct answer is: Provide the source information in the text

To cite a source in an essay, the proper format is to provide the source information in the text, which includes the author's name, title of the work, and publication year in parentheses. This allows readers to easily locate the source and verify the information you have used. Omitting citations (option A) or describing information without a source (option B) is considered plagiarism, as it implies that the information is your original idea. While including the author's name in the text (option C) is a common practice, it does not provide the full source information, which is necessary for proper citation. Therefore, D is the most accurate and comprehensive way to cite a source in an essay.