The numbering may or may not appear on the same source as the title proper. In many periodicals, part of the numbering appears on the cover while the full designation appears only on the editorial page or in the masthead. Per CONSER (in accordance with RDA), the source for determining the numbering for a serial is enumerated below in order of preference.(CCM:8.3.1a)
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The preference is a source with the most complete presentation of the numbering (any sequence of sequence of numerals, letters, and/or dates) provided it appears prominently or is stated formally. “Most complete” does not necessarily mean that the components of the numbering are spelled out, only that they are present. (CCM:8.3.1b) Completeness is desirable because it simplifies the (588) Description based on note.
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