Mini-Quiz: Purchasing an ISBN Block

1. What type of self-published book would not need an ISBN?

   A book intended for personal use or sold independentlyThat is correct. You know about ISBN. A textbook used in schoolsGood try, but not right. Select another answer. A book to be printed in ChinaSorry, not correct. Try another button.

2. How can you tell the country where the book was published?

   The name of the country is included in the ISBNSorry, not correct. Try another button. The ISBN starts with certain digits indicating the countryCorrect. You sure are smart. You can tell by the language in which the book is printedOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

3. What is a disadvantage of buying a single ISBN for a hardcopy book?

   You can only use the number on ten books at a timeOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again. Bowker wants you to pay before you get the numberGood try, but not right. Select another answer. It is not cost-effective if you will have other versions of the bookThat is correct. You know about ISBN.

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