MLS FREE Master of Library & Information Science Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which classification system is most widely used in academic and research libraries in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Library of Congress Classification

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Dewey Decimal Classification

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Universal Decimal Classification

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Colon Classification

Question 2

What does the acronym MARC stand for in library cataloging?

Accepted Answer

Machine-Readable Cataloging

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Machine-Accessible Reading Codes

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Multiple Access Record Classification

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Metadata and Resource Cataloging

Question 3

In information science, what is a controlled vocabulary?

Accepted Answer

A standardized set of terms used for indexing and retrieval

Answer

A list of banned words in library databases

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A vocabulary test given to library patrons

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A dictionary used exclusively by catalogers

Question 4

Which federal law governs the privacy of library patron records in the United States?

Accepted Answer

State library confidentiality laws

Answer

FERPA

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HIPAA

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The Patriot Act

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of an OPAC in a library setting?

Accepted Answer

Providing public access to the library catalog

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Managing staff schedules

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Tracking overdue fines

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Ordering new materials from publishers

Question 6

Which metadata schema is commonly used for describing digital resources on the web?

Accepted Answer

Dublin Core

Answer

AACR2

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Sears Subject Headings

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BISAC