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Library Sciences QUESTION #1575
Question 1
Which of the following is a mandatory requirement before library materials can be officially written off in most institutional library procedures?
  • User demand statistics must show zero interest
  • A formal inquiry or board decision must establish the reason (loss, damage, obsolescence) with supporting documentation and authorized approval✔️
  • The library director may independently write off any item at will
  • Items must first be offered for public sale
Correct Answer Explanation
Standard write-off procedures require: identification of the item and reason (loss/damage/obsolescence), a formal report or inquiry, supporting documentation (e.g., police report for theft, condition report for damage), and approval from a designated authority (board, committee, or senior management) before items are removed from official records.