THIS TELEPHONE SURVEY OF 5,200 ADULTS
MEASURES ATTITUDES TOWARD AND UNDERSTANDING OF S&T. THE DATA
WILL BE USED IN THE NATIONAL SCIENCE BOARD'S
CONGRESSIONALLY-MANDATED REPORT, SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
INDICATORS. OTHER USERS WILL INCLUDE: THE NIH, POLICY MAKERS,
RESEARCHERS, AND SPONSORS OF SURVEYS ABROAD, WITH WHICH THIS SURVEY
IS CLOSELY COORDINATED.
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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).
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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;
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these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.