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Can you explain to an audience what is a Wikipedia citation? 

A Wikipedia citation, just like any other citation, is a way to acknowledge the source of information you got from somewhere else. Since Wikipedia itself is compiled from many sources, it's important to cite those sources within the articles themselves. This is done following the same idea as referencing books or articles in academic writing.

There are a couple of things to keep in mind, though, specifically because Wikipedia is different from a traditional scholarly source. First, unlike a book with a single author, Wikipedia articles are edited and contributed to by many people. So, citations within the article itself will point to specific sources for particular pieces of information.

Second, when you're using information from Wikipedia itself, it's generally not recommended to cite Wikipedia directly as your source in academic work. Because of its open editing nature, information on Wikipedia can be changed or inaccurate.

However, Wikipedia can be a great jumping-off point for research. Often, articles will link to the sources used to compile the information. You can then use these sources, which are likely scholarly articles or reputable websites, for your own citations.

There are also tools available to help you cite Wikipedia itself, following specific formatting styles like APA or MLA. But remember, it's best to use these citations for informal contexts, not as primary sources in academic writing.

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