Reproducing material exactly as you found it is called what?

A) Summarizing
B) Paraphrasing
C) Quoting
D) Secondary reporting
E) Primary reporting

Secondary Reporting

The process of creating reports or documents that analyze, interpret, or summarize data from primary sources.

Primary Reporting

involves the direct presentation of original data or factual information without commentary or interpretation.

Quoting

The act of repeating or copying out words from a text or speech, typically with an indication that one is not the original author.