When a writer uses "common knowledge" in an essay, why does it not require a citation nor is it considered plagiarism? a. common knowledge does require a citation. b. "common knowledge" is another term for "direct quotation" which requires a citation. c. common knowledge is not considered plagiarism because it does not use quotations. d. common knowledge does not require a citation because the facts or ideas are widely known by the general public, which also explains why it is not a form of plagiarism. select the best answer from the choices provided a b c d?

D, common knowledge are facts widely known.

Explanation:

Common knowledge means facts widely known and understood by the general public. Some examples of common knowledge statements are: ' Physical exercise is good for your health' or ' Fast food causes obesity'.

Such statements do not require a citation because their author is not known, they became well known with time and usage and are considered 'public property', meaning, they belong to everybody in society. Therefore, nobody can claim their origin and accuse others of copying or plagiarism while using them.

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