Sometimes it is necessary to cite a secondary source , i.e. a source that cites an original work. In what circumstance is a secondary citation acceptable?

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Sometimes it is necessary to cite a  secondary source , i.e. a source that cites an original work. In what circumstance is a secondary citation acceptable?

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When the original source is only available in print format

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When the original source is unavailable

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It is always acceptable to cite a secondary source

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When the original source is a peer-reviewed journal article

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