Ready to learn how to decipher those call numbers so you can find what you need on the shelves? Great! First, let's look at a typical call number: Q.855.1EC70i:Ecop.2.  There are four main parts to call numbers for material in the Bookstacks: the size designation, Dewey decimal number, Cutter number, and work mark.

• The Size Designation relates to the physical size of the book,
• The Dewey Decimal Number indicates the subject matter of the book,
• The Cutter Number identifies who wrote the book, and
• The Work Mark distiguishes multiple works by the same author.

In the next four sections, we'll look at each of these elements more closely. And along the way, we'll put your learning to the test with some interactive quizzes.

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