Approved with
the understanding that this survey does not constitute a precedent
for OMB approval of future surveys of this type. OMB approval is
for the August 22, 1985 version of the questionnaire as amended by
question 19A and questioon 27. It is our understanding that
interviewing will begin August 24,1985 and extend through September
8, 1985 to improve the response rate. A subsample of 100
nonrespondents is to be followed up in an attempt to reveal
potential bias due to nonresponse.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/1985
09/30/1985
600
0
0
100
0
0
0
0
0
THE SURVEY IS NEEDED TO OBTAIN
INFORMATION ON CONSUMER AWARENESS OF SAVINGS BONDS FEATURES IN
SUPPORT OF THE DIVISION'S FY87 BUDGET REQUEST FOR PAID ADVERTISING
FUNDS. THE SURVEY RESULTS WILL BE USED TO PREDICT THE EFFECTIVENESS
OF PAID ADVERTISING IN INCREASING SALES. AFFECTED PUBLIC IS 500
RESPONDENTS.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.