When writing a report, how should references be cited?

What will be an ideal response?

?When you write a report, you must cite references to all material you have used as sources for the content of your work. These citations are made wherever you quote, paraphrase, or summarize someone else's opinions, theories, or data. References can include books, periodicals, newspapers, Web sites, conference proceedings, personal communications, and interviews.?In the main section of your report, typically you cite references with the author's last name and year of publication enclosed in parentheses. (Sometimes page numbers are required, too; check the style manual you're following for guidance.) In the references section, you list sources alphabetically by author and provide publication information. Give enough detail so that someone else could track down the information. Follow a standard format, such as the one shown in the following examples, for use of italics, capitalization, volume and page numbers, publisher address, and other style concerns. Many good style manuals are available, and having one handy is worthwhile.