MLS Knowledge Organization and Cataloging 2

Question 1

Which MARC field is used to record a work's subject headings from the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)?

Accepted Answer

650

Answer

MARC field 650 is the Topical Term field used for LCSH subject headings assigned to a work.

Question 2

In FRBR, which entity represents a distinct intellectual or artistic realization of a work?

Accepted Answer

Expression

Answer

An Expression in FRBR is the specific intellectual or artistic realization of a Work, such as a particular translation or edition.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a syndetic structure in a subject heading list?

Accepted Answer

To show relationships among terms via cross-references

Answer

A syndetic structure uses cross-references (BT, NT, RT, USE, UF) to show hierarchical and associative relationships among terms.

Question 4

RDA instruction 2.3.2 directs catalogers to transcribe the title proper from which source?

Accepted Answer

The chief source of information / preferred source

Answer

RDA requires transcribing the title proper from the preferred source of information, typically the title page for printed resources.

Question 5

Which notation system does the Dewey Decimal Classification use?

Accepted Answer

Pure numeric notation with decimals

Answer

DDC uses a pure numeric notation, with the decimal point allowing unlimited expansion of the base 10-digit classes.

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