Vital statistics from civil registration are superior to survey estimates for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Vital statistics from civil registration are superior to survey estimates for:
A. All of the above
B. Long-term trend analysis
C. Timely monitoring of recent changes
D. Small area estimation
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Well-functioning civil registration provides continuous, complete, and timely data, enabling accurate trend analysis, real-time monitoring, and small-area estimates, unlike periodic surveys with sampling error and recall bias.

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