Arrange the following components of a research paper written in APA style in the correct order.

1.Tables

2.Abstract

3.References

4.Figures

A2, 3, 1, 4 ✓ Correct

B2, 3, 4, 1

C2, 1, 4, 3

D2, 1, 3, 4

Correct answer: (A) 2, 3, 1, 4

Explanation

In APA order these components run abstract, references, tables, then figures.

The abstract appears near the front, right after the title page.

References follow the main text of the paper.

Tables are placed after the reference list in the manuscript.

Figures come after the tables, near the very end.

Placing tables or figures before the references breaks APA manuscript order.

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