How to Cite Two Different Sources in the Same Sentence

Citing sources is an integral part of writing a research paper. A strong paper backs up its central argument by making reference to the claims and research of others. It is important to use a variety of sources in order to show that you have made a thorough study of your topic. Sometimes you will encounter a situation wherein you wish to paraphrase or refer to two different sources within a single sentence. It is imperative that you cite both sources at the end of that sentence to avoid charges of plagiarism.

Instructions

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      Begin your citation with an open bracket following the sentence containing the paraphrases or references. Write the surname of the first author you wish to cite followed by a comma. Write the year of publication for the first source.

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      Separate your sources within the parenthetical reference with a semicolon.

    • 3

      Write the surname of the second author you wish to cite followed by a comma. Write the year of publication for the second source. End your parenthetical reference with a close bracket followed by the appropriate punctuation.

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      Order your authors alphabetically in your parenthetical citation. For example, add this to the end of your sentence: (Brown, 2007; Jackson, 1998). If the two authors you are citing have the same surname, use a first initial with each and alphabetize by the initial.

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      Create separate entries in your list of References for each source. Begin each entry with the surname listed in your parenthetical reference to allow the reader to easily locate the complete citations for sources you cite in the body of your paper.

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