THE DECEMBER 1986 GED TEST SUPPLEMENT
WILL PROVIDE DATA ON THE NUMBER OF PERSONS RECEIVING GEDS IN THE
UNITED STATES. THESE NUMBERS WILL BE USED TO TEST THE OCTOBER 1986
EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT ESTIMATES FOR PERSONS 14 YEARS OR OVER WHO
ARE NOT CURRENTLY ATTENDING COLLEGE IN 1/4 OF THE CPS SAMPLE FOR
DECEMBER 1986 (OUTGOING ROTATIONS 2 AND 6).
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.