What are the advantages of using APA formatting for academic papers?

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What are the advantages of using APA formatting for academic papers?

2007-01-22 04:14:18 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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It would be properly documented so that you can not get charged with plagiarism. It is accepted more than MLA in the sciences and in academic writing. MLA is more for literature and language studies.

2007-01-22 04:19:53 · answer #1 · answered by LEMME ANSWER THAT! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It's an internationally recognized standard, and one of the most common within the social sciences and sciences (stands for American Psychological Association.) Check what your course requirements specify, however.

2007-01-22 12:19:29 · answer #2 · answered by jdaniellep 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋