5. I don't need to cite sources when quoting famous people; everybody knows who said such things.

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The question asks about citing sources when quoting famous people and presents two possible choices: 'Correct' and 'Incorrect'.
Option 1: 'Correct' — This would claim that it is acceptable to skip citations for quotes from famous people because everyone knows who said them. This is not a sound practice. Attributions can be ambiguous, paraphrased, or misquoted, and reliable scholarship requires clear sourcing to verify who said something and in what context it was said. Even well-known quotes can be misattributed or taken out of context, so citing sources helps prevent misinformation and preserves academic integrity.
Option 2: 'Incorrect' — This aligns with the principle described above: the statement that you don’t need to cite sources for quotes from famous people is false. Credible writing and research demand proper attribution, whether the person is famous or not, to ensure accuracy and give proper credit. Misattribution risks and context issues are common problems that citations help mitigate.
In summary, the claim in Option 1 overlooks the importance of precise attribution and context, making it incorrect. Option 2 correctly identifies that the statement about not needing citations is false, and thus is the appropriate choice.

5. I don't need to cite sources when quoting famous people; everybody knows who said such things.

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