Question

What does the acronym "MARC" stand for in library automation?

• A. Machine Accessible Resource Cataloging
• B. Machine Readable Cataloging
• C. Machine Retrieval and Control
• D. Metadata and Resource Catalog

Hint:

{MARC format} was developed by the {Library of Congress} in the 1960s and is widely used for sharing bibliographic data among libraries.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: MARC is a standard used in library automation for encoding bibliographic data in a machine-readable format. It allows computers to store, retrieve, and exchange bibliographic records efficiently.
Step 1:Purpose of MARC.
MARC provides a standardized structure for bibliographic records so that information can be processed by computers.
Step 2:Expansion of MARC.
The acronym MARC stands for Machine Readable Cataloging.
Step 3:Conclusion.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option (B).