Question 48
MediumOriginal questionThe librarian of Vasant Vihar College finds that many books are being returned with torn pages.
Which of the following is the most suitable course of action?
Show the answer and explanation
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Checking books on return finds the damage and links it to the borrower, and a charge discourages careless handling. It is practical and aimed at the problem.
Stopping lending, or allowing one book a year, punishes every reader for the carelessness of some.
Buying more books replaces the damaged ones but does nothing to stop the tearing.
Worth noting
A reasonable charge for damage is not "punitive beyond reason"; it is the normal response. The extreme options are the ones that end or ration the service.
- Concept
- A proportionate course versus extreme ones
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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