Household Sample Surveys in Developing and Transition Countries
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The present chapter reviews basic issues concerning the design of household survey questionnaires for use in developing countries. It begins with the first step of questionnaire design, which is to formulate the objectives of the survey and then modify those objectives to take into account the underlying constraints. After these broad issues are discussed, more detailed advice is given on many aspects of designing household survey questionnaires. The chapter also provides recommendations on field-testing and finalizing the questionnaire. Key terms: questionnaire design, survey objectives, constraints, pilot test, field test. Household Sample Surveys in Developing and Transition Countries
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