incorrect reference
[/ɪnkəˈrɛkt ˈrɛfərəns/]
nounpl: incorrect references
referência incorreta
1. A citation, allusion, or mention of a source, person, or fact that contains an error or is inaccurate
The paper contained an incorrect reference to a study that was never published.
O artigo continha uma referência incorreta a um estudo que nunca foi publicado.
2. In computing, a pointer or link to a memory location or data that does not exist or points to wrong information
The broken link resulted in an incorrect reference in the database.
O link quebrado resultou em uma referência incorreta no banco de dados.
3. An imprecise or mistaken mention of someone's name, credentials, or achievements
The incorrect reference to the author's previous work was noted by the reviewers.
A referência incorreta ao trabalho anterior do autor foi observada pelos revisores.
In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, incorrect references are taken seriously as they undermine credibility and scholarly integrity. In Brazil, particularly in universities, proper citation methodology (ABNT, Vancouver, or Harvard styles) is strictly enforced. In the USA, the consequences for incorrect references can range from paper rejection to academic penalties.
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