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"APA Style" refers to a set of rules for formatting, writing. and citing your research for an academic paper or project. The style rules are published in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association by the American Psychological Association. Updated every few years, the handbook is currently on the 7th edition.
For details and examples of how to use APA:
In addition to rules about citations and formatting your paper, APA also includes guidelines regarding the grammar used in your paper.
The APA emphasizes the need to talk about all people with inclusivity and respect. Writers should use language free of bias and avoid perpetuating prejudicial beliefs or demeaning attitudes.
