The document discusses the importance of citing sources in scholarly work. It notes that citing work demonstrates thorough research and credibility. Ideas from other sources can reinforce arguments or provide counterpoints. Failing to properly cite sources has serious consequences as ideas are considered intellectual property. The document defines a citation as a reference or quote from another work, especially in academic writing. It also notes that articles provide key citation information like the journal, date, volume, issue, and page numbers needed to cite the source properly. Finally, it lists common style manuals like APA, MLA, and Chicago that provide guidelines for citations.