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Cataloging & Classification Flashcards

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  1. What is the function of a 'uniform title' in cataloging?

    Answer: To standardize titles of works published under different titles or in different languages

    A uniform title collocates all editions, translations, and versions of a work under one standard form, regardless of how the title appears on different items.

  2. Which MARC indicator is used in field 245 to determine whether a title is added to the title index?

    Answer: First indicator

    The first indicator of MARC field 245 (value 1) tells the system to generate a title added entry, while value 0 means no added entry is needed.

  3. In LC Classification, the letter 'Q' represents which broad subject area?

    Answer: Science

    In LCC, the letter Q is assigned to Science, covering mathematics, natural history, biology, physics, and related disciplines.

  4. What is the 'cutter number' used for in a library call number?

    Answer: To alphabetize items within the same classification number

    A cutter number is an alphanumeric code derived from the main entry (usually author's name) that arranges items with the same classification number alphabetically.

  5. Which type of MARC record is used specifically for authority data (names, subjects, series)?

    Answer: Authority record (type LDR/06 = 'z')

    Authority records have a distinct MARC format used to establish and control the forms of names, subjects, and series used in bibliographic records.

  6. When cataloging a DVD, which MARC field would contain 'videorecording' as part of the general material designation?

    Answer: 245 $h

    In MARC 21, subfield $h of field 245 is used for the general material designation (GMD), such as [videorecording] or [electronic resource].

  7. What is 'original cataloging'?

    Answer: Creating a new bibliographic record from scratch when no copy record exists

    Original cataloging is the process of creating a completely new bibliographic record when no usable record exists in shared databases or local files.