Question

Which sentence correctly follows the rules for MLA in-text citations for a quote from page 9 of John Smith's book, Solving Equations?
A. According to John Smith, the most common error in solving math questions "relates to the order of operations" (9).

B. According to John Smith, the most common error in solving math questions "relates to the order of operations" (9.)

C. According to John Smith, the most common error in solving math questions "relates to the order of operations (9)."

D. According to John Smith, the most common error in solving math questions "relates to the order of operations (9.)"

Answer 1

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option C. The correct format would be:

According to John Smith, the most common error in solving math questions "relates to the order of operations (9)."

For MLA format, quotations are enclosed within double quotation marks, the author is provided and the specific page. It should be noted that there should be no period after the parenthetical citation. 

Answer 2

Answer:

According to John Smith, the most common error in solving math questions "relates to the order of operations" (9).

Explanation:

I took the test and this was right.