Which of the Following Is the Proper Way to Cite

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the proper way to cite a source with two authors in a research report,when the authors' names appear as the subject of the sentence?

• A)Smith and Jones,2005
• B)Smith & Jones,2005
• C)Smith and Jones (2005)
• D)Smith & Jones (2005)

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Definitions:

GDP Deflator

An index reflecting the price levels for all newly produced, domestic, final goods and services within a country.

Per Capita Real GDP

Real GDP divided by population.

Deflation

A drop in the average cost of goods and services, typically connected with a boost in the purchasing power of money.

Real GDP

An economic metric that measures the value of all goods and services produced by a country in a year, adjusted for inflation, reflecting the real growth.