Tests and Measurements

Below are examples of how to cite tests, measurements, & instruments in APA 7th format. If you want to see how to cite other resources for your research using APA 7th, check out our Citation Style Guide or contact the UND Writing Center for assistance.

Test or Instrument from a Book:

Reference: 

Heiby, E. (2013). Frequency of Self-Reinforcement Questionnaire. In K. Corcoran & J. Fischer (Eds.), Measures for clinical practice and research: A sourcebook (5th ed, Vol. 2, pp. 313-314). Oxford University Press. (Original work published 1983).

In-text:

We used the Heiby (1983/2013) Frequency of Self-Reinforcement Questionnaire.

Test or Measure Found Online:

Reference: 

RAND Corporation. (2001). Vulnerable Elders Survey. https://www.rand.org/health/projects/acove/survey.html

In-text:

We used the RAND (2001) Vulnerable Elders Survey.

Published Test or Instrument:

Reference:

Beck, A.T., Steer, R.A., & Brown, G.K. (1996). Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II): Manual and Questionnaire. The Psychological Corporation.

In-text:

We used the Beck et al. (1996) Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II).

Credit: Adapted from Boston College Libraries APA 7th Guide: https://libguides.bc.edu/apa/examples