😱 Homework 1

Before you submit your work, it is essential that you verify and ensure that all requirements have been thoroughly met. This includes confirming that the file name follows the proper naming convention, which should be formatted as follows: HW1_lastname_firstname.pdf. It is imperative that the file is in the specified pdf format, as other file formats will not be acceptable for submission. 

Additionally, you must ensure that the structure of your submission strictly adheres to the guidelines as outlined in the assignment instructions, taking care to follow each specified detail in the correct order and manner as instructed. In terms of citations, it is crucial that you appropriately cite all sources utilized throughout your work in the APA format, ensuring that both in-text citations and the references section are correctly formatted and aligned with APA guidelines. Furthermore, any tables and figures included in your submission must be formatted clearly and consistently, including but not limited to correct numbering, appropriate headings, accurate in-text citations, and any other elements related to the formatting and presentation that might be outlined in the assignment guidelines or implicitly required for clarity and consistency. 

Finally, you must include the Academic Integrity Statement within your submission, explicitly stating that "My work is original and complies with academic integrity policies," as this is a requirement for validating the authenticity and originality of your work. 

Please ensure that each of these aspects has been addressed prior to submission, as failure to comply with these requirements may result in consequences.