How is an encyclopedia entry properly cited in APA format?

The citation for an encyclopedia entry in APA format includes specific components that provide detailed information about the source. The correct structure is: Author's last name followed by initials, the year of publication in parentheses, the title of the entry, and then the title of the encyclopedia in which the entry appears, along with the volume number and page range. This format ensures that readers can easily identify not only the entry itself but also the larger work it is part of, along with necessary publication details.

This approach gives proper credit to the entry’s author and allows the reader to locate the exact source. Including volume numbers and page numbers is particularly important because encyclopedias are often organized into multiple volumes and might have extensive content, necessitating precision in citations.