Private libraries are established by

### Why this is right A private library is established by a private person rather than by a government body. The deciding feature is who sets it up: an individual creates the collection for personal use or under private ownership. ### The concept A **private library** is a collection of books and other information resources established by an individual, commonly for personal use. This differs from a **public library**, which is established or supported by government and serves the public. A group may establish a library collectively, but that does not fit the standard definition being tested here. ### The other options - **B. Politicians**: A politician might help establish or fund a library, but this is not the defining category for a private library. - **C. Group of people**: A group may establish a community or association library, but the question’s standard classification identifies individuals as the founders of private libraries. - **D. State/Local government**: This describes a government-established public library, not a private library. ### Terms - **Private library**: A library established under private ownership, typically by an individual for personal use. - **Public library**: A library established or supported by government to serve the public. ### Remember For this classification, connect “private library” with an individual founder, and “public library” with government support or establishment.