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  1. Which ALA document states that library materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of those contributing to their creation?

    Answer: The Library Bill of Rights

    Article I of the Library Bill of Rights says materials should not be excluded because of the origin, background, or views of their creators.

  2. A patron asks a library assistant which books another patron recently checked out. What is the most appropriate response?

    Answer: Decline, because patron records are confidential

    Patron borrowing records are confidential under ALA ethics and the library confidentiality laws found in nearly every U.S. state.

  3. Under U.S. copyright law, which factor is NOT one of the four fair use factors?

    Answer: The reputation of the original author

    Section 107 lists purpose, nature, amount used, and market effect; author reputation is not a factor.

  4. In the Dewey Decimal Classification, which main class covers technology and applied sciences?

    Answer: 600

    The 600s are Technology (Applied Sciences), while the 500s are Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

  5. What is the main purpose of a library's collection development policy?

    Answer: To guide selection, acquisition, and weeding of materials

    A collection development policy sets the criteria for selecting, keeping, and removing materials, and it supports the library when materials are challenged.

  6. Which of S.R. Ranganathan's Five Laws of Library Science stresses keeping the collection current and growing?

    Answer: The library is a growing organism

    The fifth law says a library must keep adapting and growing in collections, staff, and services.

  7. A library support staff member is unsure how to answer a complex legal question from a patron. What should they do?

    Answer: Point the patron to authoritative legal resources without giving legal advice

    Staff should provide access to authoritative information while avoiding legal advice, which is outside their role.