In the context of data collection, what is the fundamental difference between a schedule and a questionnaire? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of data collection, what is the fundamental difference between a schedule and a questionnaire?
A. A questionnaire is always sent by mail, whereas a schedule is emailed.
B. A schedule is filled by the enumerator, while a questionnaire is filled by the respondent.
C. A schedule contains more questions than a questionnaire.
D. There is no difference; they are synonymous.
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Schedules require trained enumerators to ask questions and record answers, reducing non-response rates compared to questionnaires.

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Total Fertility Rate (TFR) measures the average number of children a woman would bear in her lifetime if:
A. She survives through reproductive ages and experiences current age-specific fertility rates
B. Mortality is zero
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