Which of the following sets of Library of Congress call numbers is in the correct order?
A. E88 G2512 S57 1998, E88 G62 D225, E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45
B. E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45, E88 G62 D225, E88 G2512 S57 1998
C. E88 G2512 S57 1998, E88 G62 D225, E88 G62 L45, E88 G62 L166 1995
D. E88 G62 D225, E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45, E88 G2512 S57 1998
To determine the correct order of the Library of Congress call numbers, we need to understand how they are formatted and sorted.
Library of Congress call numbers consist of multiple sections separated by spaces. Each section represents a different element of the call number, such as the classification letters and numbers, the edition, and the year of publication.
The call numbers are classified using letters and numbers. In this case, the classification letters are "E" and "G," which typically represent subjects related to history and geography.
To determine the correct order, we need to compare each call number section by section.
Let's analyze the given options:
A. E88 G2512 S57 1998, E88 G62 D225, E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45
B. E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45, E88 G62 D225, E88 G2512 S57 1998
C. E88 G2512 S57 1998, E88 G62 D225, E88 G62 L45, E88 G62 L166 1995
D. E88 G62 D225, E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45, E88 G2512 S57 1998
Comparing the first section (classification letters), we find "E88" in all the options. As they are the same, we move on to the next section.
Comparing the second section (classification numbers), we find "G2512" in option A, "G62" in options B, C, and D. Since "G62" comes later alphabetically than "G2512," we can eliminate option A.
Now, we compare the third section. Option B has "L166" before "L45," while the other options have "L45" before "L166." This eliminates options C and D.
Finally, we compare the last section (year of publication). Option B has "1995" before "1998," while option A has "1998" before "1995." This confirms that option B is in the correct order.
Therefore, the correct answer is B. E88 G62 L166 1995, E88 G62 L45, E88 G62 D225, E88 G2512 S57 1998.