Write the correct references citations in the body of the text for the following

A recent study (by Smith and Cooper in 2000) found...

To correctly reference the study by Smith and Cooper in the body of the text, you would typically use one of the two commonly used citation styles, such as APA (American Psychological Association) or MLA (Modern Language Association). Here's how you would format the reference citation for each style:

APA Style:
A recent study (Smith & Cooper, 2000) found...

MLA Style:
A recent study (Smith and Cooper 2000) found...

In both cases, the last names of the authors should be listed, separated by an ampersand (&) in APA style, or with the word "and" in MLA style. The year of publication should also be included. Remember to consult the specific style guidelines recommended by your institution or publication for further details on formatting references.