Which of the following is a function of census? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a function of census?
A. Conducting elections
B. Collecting taxes
C. Issuing birth certificates
D. Providing data on population size and characteristics
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Census provides comprehensive demographic, social, and economic data.

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Question #1
Vital statistics are derived primarily from:
A. Industrial surveys
B. Agricultural censuses
C. Civil registration systems
D. Stock market indices

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The continuous, permanent, and compulsory recording of vital events (births, deaths) happens via civil registration.

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Question #2
The multiplication theorem for independent events states P(A ∩ B) = P(A) × P(B). For dependent events, it becomes:
A. P(A|B) × P(B)
B. P(A) + P(B)
C. P(B|A) × P(A)
D. Both B and C are correct

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
For any events, P(A∩B) = P(A|B)P(B) = P(B|A)P(A); independence is the special case where P(A|B)=P(A), reducing to P(A)P(B).

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Question #3
The theory of attributes deals with data that is:
A. Spatially distributed
B. Qualitative and categorical
C. Quantitative and continuous
D. Time-series based

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Theory of attributes focuses on qualitative characteristics (attributes) that classify units into categories, such as literacy (literate/illiterate) or gender (male/female), rather than numerical measurements.

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