How do you cite a statistics in a news article

Citing statistics in a news article can be done in a few ways, depending on the style guide you're following and the type of publication you're writing for. Here are some general guidelines:

APA Style (American Psychological Association)

• Use the author-date format: (Author's Last Name, Year, p. Page Number)
• If no author is given, use the title of the publication or organization: (Title of Publication or Organization, Year, p. Page Number)
• If the statistic is from a government report, use the government agency's name: (Government Agency, Year, p. Page Number)

Example: According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2020), 1 in 5 adults in the United States has a mental illness. (p. 12)

MLA Style (Modern Language Association)

• Use the author's last name and page number: Lastname Page Number
• If no author is given, use the title of the publication or organization: Title Page Number
• If the statistic is from a government report, use the government agency's name: Government Agency Page Number

Example: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 5 adults in the United States has a mental illness. (CDC 12)

Chicago/Turabian Style

• Use the author's last name and page number: Lastname, Page Number
• If no author is given, use the title of the publication or organization: Title, Page Number
• If the statistic is from a government report, use the government agency's name: Government Agency, Page Number

Example: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 1 in 5 adults in the United States has a mental illness. (12)

General Guidelines

• Always verify the accuracy of the statistic before citing it.
• Provide context for the statistic, such as the source and methodology used to collect the data.
• Avoid using statistics that are outdated or no longer relevant.
• Consider including a link to the original source of the statistic, especially if it's an online publication.

Remember to check the style guide of your publication or instructor for specific guidelines on citing statistics in a news article.