In demographic terminology, 'Morbidity' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In demographic terminology, 'Morbidity' refers to:

A. Migration rates

B. Sickness or disease rates

C. Death rates

D. Birth rates

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Morbidity describes the incidence or prevalence of a disease or illness within a population.

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The key difference between a questionnaire and a schedule is that:

A. Questionnaires are always mailed, while schedules are always administered in person

B. Schedules are used for primary data only, while questionnaires are for secondary data

C. In a schedule, the enumerator fills the form based on respondent answers, whereas in a questionnaire, the respondent self-completes it

D. Questionnaires collect qualitative data only, while schedules collect quantitative data only

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
A schedule is completed by an enumerator who records responses during an interview, while a questionnaire is typically self-administered by the respondent, affecting data collection dynamics.

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If TFR = 2.5 and proportion of female births is 0.48, GRR is:

A. 2.5

B. 1.3

C. 1.04

D. 1.2

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
GRR = 2.5 × 0.48 = 1.2 daughters per woman.

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An index number measures changes in a variable relative to a:

A. Current value

B. Base period value

C. Average value

D. Future value

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Index numbers compare the current level to the base period level, usually expressed as percentage.

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