Which example illustrates the proper way to cite a source in a research report when the author's name appears as the subject of the sentence?
A) Palmer, 2017
B) Eleanor Palmer, 2017
C) Palmer (2017)
D) Palmer (in 2017)

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When the author's name appears as the subject of the sentence, the citation should include only the last name and the year of publication in parentheses. Choice A is incorrect because it only includes the last name and leaves out the parentheses with the year. Choice B is incorrect because it includes the first name, which is not necessary in this case. Choice D is also incorrect because it implies that Palmer wrote the source only in 2017, which may not be accurate.

Which Example Illustrates the Proper Way to Cite a Source