GLC Information Access and Delivery 3

Question 1

A patron cannot locate a book using the OPAC. Which search strategy should a librarian suggest first?

Accepted Answer

Try alternate subject headings or keywords

Answer

Varying search terms and using authorized subject headings often resolves OPAC search failures before other options.

Question 2

Which copyright doctrine allows libraries to reproduce certain works for educational or research purposes?

Accepted Answer

Fair Use

Answer

Fair Use (Section 107 of the Copyright Act) permits limited reproduction for education, research, and commentary.

Question 3

What does 'link resolver' technology do in a library's electronic environment?

Accepted Answer

Connects a citation to the full text of an article across multiple platforms

Answer

A link resolver uses OpenURL to navigate from a citation in one database to the full text in another licensed source.

Question 4

Which of the following is a primary characteristic of a federated search system?

Accepted Answer

It searches multiple databases simultaneously with a single query

Answer

Federated search systems query multiple disparate databases at once and aggregate results for the user.

Question 5

A library wants to ensure long-term preservation of its digital files. Which format is generally preferred for text preservation?

Accepted Answer

PDF/A

Answer

PDF/A is an ISO-standardized archival format designed for long-term preservation of electronic documents.

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