AQL Research and Information Literacy 2

Question 1

Which citation style is most commonly required in social science courses?

Accepted Answer

APA (American Psychological Association)

Answer

APA style is the standard citation format in psychology, education, and other social sciences, emphasizing author and date in in-text citations.

Question 2

In an APA in-text citation, what information is typically included?

Accepted Answer

Author's last name and year of publication

Answer

APA in-text citations follow the author-date format: (Smith, 2021), with a page number added for direct quotations (Smith, 2021, p. 45).

Question 3

What is a 'keyword search' strategy?

Accepted Answer

Using specific, relevant terms to locate information in a database or search engine

Answer

Keyword searching involves selecting the most relevant and specific terms related to a topic and entering them into a search engine or database to find pertinent sources.

Question 4

What is the difference between a 'bibliography' and a 'works cited' list?

Accepted Answer

A bibliography lists all sources consulted; a works cited list includes only sources actually cited in the paper

Answer

A bibliography includes all sources consulted during research (even if not cited), while a works cited list includes only those sources that were specifically referenced in the text.

Question 5

Why is it important to cross-check information across multiple sources?

Accepted Answer

To verify accuracy and reduce the risk of relying on incorrect or biased information

Answer

Cross-checking information across multiple credible sources helps confirm its accuracy and reveals whether a claim is broadly supported or potentially inaccurate.

AQL - Academic and Quantitative Literacy Practice Test

AQL - Academic and Quantitative Literacy Practice Test

AQL Research and Information Literacy 2