Question

what should an essay writer do when typical citation information about a source cannot be found?
the writer should cite the information that is available.
the writer should not even consider using the source.
the writer should note the source but not quote it.
the writer should quote the source but not cite it.

Explanation:

When standard citation details for a source are missing, academic writing guidelines advise using whatever relevant information is available (such as author's last name, a partial title, or publication year if known) to cite the source as accurately as possible, rather than discarding the source entirely, avoiding quotation, or skipping citation.

Answer:

A. The writer should cite the information that is available.