Match every in-text citation to the reference list
Work through this step with your assignment brief beside you. Note the exact requirement, identify what evidence or values you need, and avoid adding unsupported claims. If the task has a rubric, translate this step into a short checklist before drafting.
Check author and date order
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Use sentence case for titles
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Add DOI or URL where required
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Apply hanging indents in the final document
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Common mistakes
- Starting before reading the rubric carefully.
- Using generic examples that do not fit the field.
- Forgetting to explain reasoning, assumptions, or citation choices.