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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
H_HHROS
H_HHROS
RESP LN NAME
H_PURPOSE
H_PURPOSE
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MEMBER
RELATIONSHIP
CU SEX AGE
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1. Enter 1 to Continue
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What is this survey all about?
2. Who uses this information? What good is it?
3. How is the data collected?
How many times will I be interviewed?
4. I hesitate to tell some things about myself, what protection do I have?
5. Is this survey authorized by law?
6. Proceed with the interview
H_PURPOSE1
H_PURPOSE1
WHAT IS THIS SURVEY ALL ABOUT?
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6:
Goto H_PURPOSE1
Goto H_PURPOSE2
Goto H_PURPOSE3
Goto H_PURPOSE4
Goto H_PURPOSE5
Return to interivew
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The Consumer Expenditure Survey collects information from the Nation's households and
families
on their buying habits (expenditures), income, and characteristics. The strength of the survey is
that it allows data users to relate the expenditure and income of consumers to the characteristics
of those consumers.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
H_PURPOSE2
H_PURPOSE2
WHO USES THIS INFORMATION? WHAT GOOD IS IT?
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Data from the Consumer Expenditure Survey are used in a number of different ways by a variety
of users. An important use of the survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics is for the periodic
revisions of the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Survey results are used to select new market
basket of goods and
services for the CPI, to determine the relative importance of CPI components and to derive new
cost weights for the market basket. Government and private agencies use the data to study the
welfare of particular segments of the population. Economic policymakers use the data to study
the impact of policy changes in the welfare of different socioeconomic groups. Researchers use
the data in a variety of studies, including those that focus on the spending behavior of different
family types and historical spending trends.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
H_PURPOSE3
H_PURPOSE3
HOW IS THE DATA COLLECTED?
HOW MANY TIMES WILL I BE INTERVIEWED?
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Data collection is carried out by the Bureau of the Census. In the Interview Survey, each
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Variable Name
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consumer unit is interviewed every 3 months over 5 calendar quarters. In the initial interview,
information is collected on demographic and family characteristics and on the inventory of
major durable goods
of the consumer unit. Expenditure information is collected in the second through fifth interview
using uniform questionnaires. In the fifth interview, a supplement
is used to account for changes in assets and liabilities.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
H_PURPOSE4
H_PURPOSE4
I HESITATE TO TELL SOME THINGS ABOUT MYSELF.
WHAT PROTECTION DO I HAVE?
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The information that respondents provide is used solely for statistical purposes.
All Census Bureau data collectors take an oath of confidentiality and are subject
to fines and imprisonment for improperly disclosing information provided by
respondents. Names and addresses are removed from all forms and that information
is not released as part of any statistical data.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
H_PURPOSE5
H_PURPOSE5
IS THIS SURVEY AUTHORIZED BY LAW?
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics conducts the Consumer Expenditure Survey under the authority
of
Title 29 of the U.S. Code. Congress authorizes the financial support for the CE survey through
Public Laws 94-439 and 95-205.The Bureau of the Census collects the CE data under the
authority of Title 13, U.S. Code, Section 8b, which allows the Census Bureau to undertake
surveys for other government agencies. Participation in the survey is voluntary. Under Title 13,
the Census Bureau holds all information in strict confidence. We will not release information
reported in the survey which would permit the identification of a household or any of its
members to anyone outside of the Census Bureau.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
H_CHGRESP
H_CHGRESP
Ask if necessary:
Return to interview
With whom am I speaking?
Enter line number
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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4. NAME[4]
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
H_STATUS
H_STATUS
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STATUS OF INTERIVEW (X = Section Complete)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
H_KEYS
Survey Info . . . . . . . . (blank/X)
Rental Liv Quarters (blank/X)
Owned Liv Quarters (blank/X)
Utility & Fuel . . . . .
(blank/X)
Construct Repairs . . (blank/X)
Appliances . . . . . . . (blank/X)
HH equipment . . . . . (blank/X)
Home furnish . . . . . . (blank/X)
Clothing & Sewing . . (blank/X)
Rented & Leased Vehicles . (blank/X)
Owned Vehicles . . . (blank/X)
Vehicle Expenses . . (blank/X)
H_KEYS
13. Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X)
14. Hospital/Health Insurance
(blank/X)
15. Medical/Health expenditures (blank/X)
16. Education expenses . . . . . . . (blank/X)
17. Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X)
18. Trips & Vacations . . . . . . . . . (blank/X)
19. Misc. Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X)
20. Expense patterns . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X)
21. Work experience. . . . . . . . . . .(blank/X)
22. Assests & Liabilities. . . . . . . . (blank/X)
Function Keys Description:
F1
F2
F3
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Question Help
(Unassigned)
(Unassigned)
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F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
F10
F11
F12
Shift-F1
Shift-F2
Shift-F3
Shift-F4
Shift-F5
Shift-F6
Shift-F7
Shift-F8
Shift-F9
Shift-F10
Shift-F11
Shift-F12
Ctrl-D
Ctrl-F3
Ctrl-E
Ctrl-F
Ctrl-F7
Ctrl-H
Ctrl-K
Ctrl-M
Ctrl-R
FRONT
H_LQDATA
H_LQDATA
START
START
Skip Instructions
Jump Menu
Show Status
(Unassigned)
Item Notes/Remarks
Return
Skip to next person/Sec
(Currently Unavailable)
Exit
Calculator
Repeat
Show HH
FAQ
(Unassigned)
(Unassigned)
Language
(Unassigned)
Show Notes/Remarks
Show Prechart
Change Respondent
Show Function Keys
Show Standard Abbr.
(Currently Unavailable)
(Unassigned)
Don't Know
Show Question Text
Blaise Report Error
(Currently Unavailable)
Search Tag
Case Level Notes
Info
Show Function Keys
Show DK & Refused
Refused
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Global Prechart for case (CASEID)
Section (X) - (Part X) - (Description)
CENSUS CATI/CAPI SYSTEM
CONSUMER EXPENDITURE SURVEYS
QUARTERLY INTERVIEW SURVEY
DATE: (current date)
INTERVIEW NUMBER: (1/2/3/4/5)
TIME: (time)
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto GENINTRO
ELSE goto SHOSTAT
2:
Goto GENINTRO
3:
IF OUTCOME = 200, 0 (zero), or 202 then goto CK1_START
ELSEIF OUTCOME = 201 then goto CK3_START
ELSE exit block and goto BBACK.TRANS
4:
Exit block and goto BBACK.VERIFY_INFO
5:
IF LSTOUT = 204 or 203 then goto CK2_START
ELSEIF OUTCOME = 201 then goto CK3_START
ELSE exit block and goto BCOVERAGE.NONTYP
CASE STATUS IS: (case status)
(THIS HOUSEHOLD IS A CONFIRMED REFUSAL/ )
(Press END to move to the next unanswered item/ )
1. Continue
2. Skip notes
1:
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Tag Name
SHOSTAT
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
SHOSTAT
3. Ready to transmit
4. Quit
5. Non-interview
(This household was not in sample last quarter. / )
INTERVIEW NUMBER
(1 / )
(2 / )
(3 / )
(4 / )
IF ROSTERNAMEONINPUT = Yes then goto SHOWROS
ELSE goto SHOW_NOTES
PREVIOUS OUTCOME DESCRIPTION
(1st month outcome #)
(outcode description)
(2nd month outcome # ) (Outcome description)
(3rd month outcome # ) (Outcome description)
(4th month outcome # ) (Outcome description)
( BC NAME: (name) / )
(BC TITLE: (title) / )
(Phone)
(BC ADDRESS: (Street address) / )
(address)
(BC CITY: (city) / ), (BC STATE: (State) / )
(BC OBSERVATION: (Yes/No) / )
(BC ZIP CODE: (zipcode) / )
1. Enter 1 to Continue
FRONT
SHOWROS
SHOWROS
Goto SHOW_NOTES
STATUS OF HOUSEHOLD COMPOSITION
Resp. LN
(X / ) (Line #)
Name
(Name)
Member
(Yes/No)
Relationship
(Relationship)
CU Sex Age
Cu (1/2) (Age)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
FRONT
SHOW_NOTES
SHOW_NOTES
INFORMATION FROM PREVIOUS QUARTERS INTERVIEW
Goto GENINTRO
PRECHARTS: Press Shift-F8 to view pre-charts
BEST TIME TO CALL: (best time to call)
(best time specify)
SUNDAY INTERVIEW: (No Sunday Interview/Sunday interview okay)
Language Spoken Last Quarter: (English/Spanish/(specify) )
Use CNTRL-F7 to view case level notes
1. Enter 1 to Continue
FRONT
GENINTRO
GENINTRO
Do not read as worded below
1: Goto INTROB
2: Goto GIVE_LETTER
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Variable Name
Question Text
o Identify yourself - show I.D.
o (Ask to speak to: (name) / Ask for eligible respondent)
If unavailable use Shift-F1 for HH roster.
o (Ask to speak to: (name) / Ask for eligible respondent)2
o Introduce survey (Ask to speak to: (name) / Ask for eligible respondent)3
o The Household address is:
(House #) (House #)suf (Street name)
(Unit Designation)
Skip Instructions
3: Exit block and goto BCOVERAGE.NONTYP
o Read if necessary
I am (your name) from the U.S. Census Bureau. Here is my identification card.
We are conducting a Consumer Expenditure Survey for the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
I have some questions I would like to ask you.
Did you receive our letter?
1. Yes
2. No
3. Non-interview
FRONT
GIVE_LETTER
GIVE_LETTER
Hand the respondent the letter.
Goto INTROB
Allow time to read
1. Enter 1 to Continue
FRONT
INTROB
INTROB
Is Respondent ready to complete the interview?
1. Continue
2. Reluctant Respondent
3. Non-interview
4. Other Outcome
5. Wrong address
6. Inconvenient time
FRONT
REPLACE_HH
REPLACE_HH
Is this a Replacement Household?
1. Yes
2. No
FRONT
REPLACE_VER
REPLACE_VER
A replacement household means that there are no members of the original
1:
IF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND [(NEWCU ne 1) or (NEWCU = 1
AND ROSTERNAMEONINPUT = 'Yes')] AND not a
replacement case then goto REPLACE_HH
ELSE goto VERADD
3:
IF MARKTWO = 02 AND MARK = 16 then goto CK_INTROB
ELSE exit block and goto BCOVERAGE.NONTYP
2,4:
Exit block and goto BBACK.VERIFY_INFO
5:
Exit block and goto BBACK.DONE
6:
1:
Exit block and ggoto BBACK.APPTOTH
Goto REPLACE_VER
2:
Goto VERADD
1:
IF RT8500.TOTALCU = 1 then goto ONE_CU
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Variable Name
Question Text
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household living at this address. Are you sure that this is a replacement
household?
ELSE goto REPLACE_VER2
2:
Goto CK_REPLACEVER
Press Shift-F1 to vire the (household roster/roster for this case)
(This case is part of a multi-CU household. Verify that ALL original members in all CU’s no longer
live there. / )
1. Yes
2. No
FRONT
REPLACE_VER2
REPLACE_VER2
Has a replacement case already been created/spawned for this address?
If unsure, back up to the start screen and Quit out of the instrument so you can check
case management.
1
Exit block and goto BBACK.DONE
2:
Goto MULTI_CU
1. Yes
2. No
FRONT
ONE_CU
ONE_CU
A replacement household Case will be spawned.
You will need to exit this case and pull up the new Case
in order to interview the replacement household.
Exit block and goto BBACK.DONE
The case you are currently in will automatically become a type C.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
FRONT
MULTI_CU
MULTI_CU
A Replacement Household Case will be spawned.
You will need to exit this case and pull up the New Case in order to interview
the replacement household.
Exit block and goto BBACK.DONE
This case is part of a Multi-CU Address.
The case you are currently in will automatically become a type C,
But you MUST manually Type C all other Cases. (There are [Fill: RT8500.TOTALCU]
Cases that must be Type C'd) If you do not have all these cases on your laptop,
contact your supervisor so that the other cases can be located and Type C'd.
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Tag Name
Variable Name
FRONT
VERADD
VERADD
Question Text
Skip Instructions
1. Enter 1 to Continue
(* Confirm address information (Only ask if necessary) )
I have your address listed as
READ ADDRESS BELOW. Is that your exact address?
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1:
Goto MAILAD
2:
Goto NADDST1
3,RF: Goto DONE
1. Yes, address is EXACTLY CORRECT as listed.
2. Address is MOSTLY CORRECT, needs minor changes.
3. INCORRECT ADDRESS
FRONT
NADDST1
NADDST1
Enter corrections for House Number or press ENTER for Same/No Change.
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NADDST2
NADDST2
(Unit Designation)
Enter corrections for House # Suffix or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NADDST3
NADDST3
FRONT
NADDST4
NADDST4
Goto NADDST4
(Unit Designation)
Enter corrections for Unit Designation or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
Goto NADDST3
(Unit Designation)
Enter corrections for Street Name or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Goto NADDST2
IF FRAME = 3 or RT25.GQINFO = 1 then goto NADDST5
ELSE goto NADDST6
(Unit Designation)
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GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NADDST5
NADDST5
Enter corrections for Group Quarters Unit Description or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NADDST6
NADDST6
FRONT
NADDPHYS
NADDPHYS
NADDCT
Enter corrections for Physical Description or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
NADDCT
FRONT
NADDST
NADDST
Goto NADDCT
(Unit Designation)
Enter corrections for City or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Goto NADDPHYS
(Unit Designation)
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
(Unit Designation)
Enter corrections for Non City Style Address or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Goto NADDST6
Goto NADDST
(Unit Designation)
? [F1]
Goto NADDZP
Enter corrections for State or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
(Unit Designation)
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Tag Name
Variable Name
FRONT
NADDZP
NADDZP
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Building: (Building Name)
Enter corrections for Zipcode or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
FRONT
NADDBUIL
MAILAD
NADDBUIL
MAILAD
IF entry lt 5 digits then goto CK_NADDZP
ELSE goto NADDBUIL
(Unit Designation)
Enter corrections for Building Name or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phy des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
(Is this also your mailing address?/I have your mailing address as *READ ADDRESS BELOW. Is
that correct?)
Goto MAILAD
1:
Goto PHONENUM
2:
Goto NMAILST1
(Mailing address entries / physical address entries)
1. Yes
2. No
FRONT
NMAILST1
NMAILST1
Enter change to Mailing address - House # or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NMAILST2
NMAILST2
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
GQ unit:
Non-city:
(GQ Unit Description)
(Non City Address)
Enter change to Mailing address - House # suffix or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Goto NMAILST2
Goto NMAILST3
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-city: (Non City Address)
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Variable Name
FRONT
NMAILST3
NMAILST3
Question Text
Enter change to Mailing address - Street Name or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NMAILST4
NMAILST4
NMAILST5
NMAILST5
FRONT
NMAILST6
NMAILST6
NMAILCT
NMAILCT
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-city: (Non City Address)
Goto NMAILST6
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-city: (Non City Address)
IF no entry in NMAILST1 and NMAILST6 then goto CK_NMAILST6
ELSE goto NMAILCT
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-city: (Non City Address)
Enter change to Mailing address - City or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
IF FRAME = 3 OR RT25.GQUNITINFO = 1 then goto NMAILST5
ELSE goto NMAILST6]
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Enter change to Mailing address - Non-City Style Address or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-city: (Non City Address)
Enter change to Mailing address - GQ Unit Description or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Goto NMAILST4
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Enter change to Mailing address - Unit Designation or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
Skip Instructions
Goto NMAILST
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
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Tag Name
NMAILST
Variable Name
Question Text
NMAILST
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
? [F1]
Skip Instructions
GQ unit:
Non-city:
(GQ Unit Description)
(Non City Address)
Goto NMAILZP1
Enter change to Mailing address -State or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
NMAILZP1
NMAILZP1
PHONENUMBER
PHONENUMBER
GQ unit:
Non-city:
(GQ Unit Description)
(Non City Address)
Enter change to Mailing address - Zipcode or Press ENTER for Same/No Change
Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Phys des: (Physical Description)
GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)
Non-City: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
FRONT
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
IF entry lt 5 digits then goto CK_NMAILZP1
ELSE goto PHONENUMBER
Mailing Address:
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
GQ unit:
Non-city:
(GQ Unit Description)
(Non City Address)
Ask or verify, if necessary.
What is your telephone number?
IF PHONENUMBER lt 10 digits and ne 0 then goto
CK_PHONENUMBER
ELSE goto PHONENUMBER2
Enter phone number or 0 for None
FRONT
PHONENUMBER2
PHONENUMBER2
Ask or verify, if necessary.
Do you have another phone number where I can reach you?
IF PHONENUMBER lt 10 digits and ne 0 then goto
CK_PHONENUMBER2
ELSE goto EMAILADDRESS
Enter phone number or 0 for None
FRONT
EMAILADDRESS
EMAILADDRESS
Ask or verify, if necessary
Exit block and goto BCOVERAGE
Can I have your e-mail address?
Enter E-Mail or press ENTER for None/Same
COVERAGE
NONTYP
NONTYP
1:
Goto TYPEA
2:
Goto TYPEB
3:
Goto TYPEC
What type of non-interview do you have?
Type A = No one home, Temporarily absent, or refusal
Type B = Vacant, under construction, occupied by persons with URE
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Type C = Demolished, house moved, merged, condemned, located on base, CU moved
1. TYPE A
2. TYPE B
3. TYPE C
COVERAGE
TYPEA
TYPEA
Enter TYPE A noninterview
1. No one home
2. Temporarily Absent
3. Refused
4. Other Type A -specify
COVERAGE
TYPEASP
TYPEASP
Specify other TYPE A
1,2: IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1)
AND NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND
(RT2501.MULTUNIT = 0 (zero) or blank) AND
(RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank) AND NEWUNIT = blank
then goto BUILD
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 903) AND (REPLACE = 1 or (
(INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
ELSEIF ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne
S) then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSE goto BUILD
3:
Goto REF_RSN
4:
Goto TYPEASP
IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND
NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND (RT2501.MULTUNIT =
0 (zero) or blank) AND (RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 or blank) AND
NEWUNIT = blank then goto BUILD
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
IF ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
GQ_UNIT
COVERAGE
REF_RSN
REF_RSN
Enter type of refusal
1. Hostile Respondent
2. Time Related Excuses
ELSE goto BUILD
1-3: IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1)
AND NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND
(RT2501.MULTUNIT = 0 (zero) or blank) AND
(RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank) AND NEWUNIT = blank
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COVERAGE
Tag Name
REASON_S
Variable Name
REASON_S
Question Text
Skip Instructions
3. Language Problems
4. Other Refusal - specify
then goto BUILD
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
ELSEIF ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne
S) then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSE goto BUILD
Specify type of refusal
4: Goto REASON_S
IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND
NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P
then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND (RT2501.MULTUNIT =
0 (zero) or blank) AND (RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank)
AND NEWUNIT = blank then goto BUILD
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1)
AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto FM_SALES
ELSEIF ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S) then
goto GQ_UNIT
COVERAGE
TYPEB
TYPEB
Enter TYPE B noninterview
1. Vacant (for rent)
2. Vacant (for sale)
3. Vacant (other)
4. Occupied by persons with URE
5. Under construction, not ready
6. All persons under 16
7. Unfit or to be demolished
8. Unoccupied tent or trailer site
9. Permit granted, construction not started
10. Other Type B -specify
COVERAGE
TYPEB_SP
TYPEB_SP
Specify other TYPE B
ELSE goto BUILD
1,2,4-7: IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1)
AND NEWUNIT ne S )AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND
(RT2501.MULTUNIT = 0 (zero) or blank) AND
(RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank) AND NEWUNIT = blank
then goto BUILD
ELSEIF ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and
NEWUNIT ne S) then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSE goto BUILD
3:
Goto VACANT_S
8,9:
Goto BUILD
10:
Goto TYPEB_SP
IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND
NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND (RT2501.MULTUNIT =
0 (zero) or blank) AND (RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank)
AND NEWUNIT = blank then goto BUILD
ELSEIF ((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S)
then goto GQ_UNIT
COVERAGE
VACANT_S
VACANT_S
Specify type of vacant
ELSE goto BUILD
IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND
NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND (RT2501.MULTUNIT =
0 (zero) or blank) AND (RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank)
AND NEWUNIT = blank then goto BUILD
ELSEIF ((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S)
then goto GQ_UNIT
COVERAGE
TYPEC
TYPEC
Enter TYPE C noninterview
1. Demolished
2. House or Mobile Home moved
3. Converted to permanent nonresidential use
4. Merged with units in the same structure
5. Condemned
6. Located on military base (post)
7. Unused serial # on listing sheet
8. CU moved
9. CU merged with another CE CU within same address
10. Spawned in error
11. Removed during subsampling
12. Unit already had a chance of selection
13. Other type C - specify
COVERAGE
TYPEC_SP
TYPEC_SP
Specify other TYPE C
ELSE goto BUILD
1,2:
Goto BContact.BYOBS
3,7,10,11,12:
Goto END_COVERAGE
4-6,8-9: IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1)
AND NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1
ANDRT500.PMITSTA = P then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND
(RT2501.MULTUNIT = 0 (zero) or blank) AND
(RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank) AND NEWUNIT = blank
then goto BUILD
ELSE goto BYOBS
13:
Goto TYPEC_SP
IF REPLACE ne 1 AND ( (INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND
NEWUNIT ne S ) AND RT2501.FRAME = 1 AND
RT2501.PMITSTA = P
then goto YRBLT
ELSEIF (RT2501.FRAME = 1, 2 or 4) AND (RT2501.MULTUNIT =
0 (zero) or blank) AND (RT2501.GQINAREA = 0 (zero) or blank)
AND NEWUNIT = blank then goto BUILD
COVERAGE
YRBLT
YRBLT
Was this structure built before April 2000?
ELSE goto BContact.BYOBS
1,3,DK: IF RT2501.MUTLUNIT = 0 or blank and GQINAREA = 0
then goto BUILD
ELSEIF NONTYPE = 3 then goto BYOBS
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COVERAGE
Tag Name
BUILD
Variable Name
BUILD
Question Text
Skip Instructions
1. Yes
2. No
3. Not asked (address is a Mobile Home, Trailer, Tent, or other unit not in a structure, or the unit is in a
group quarters.)
ELSEIF TYPEB = 1-7, 10 then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3
or RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND ((INTNMBR = 1 or
NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto FM_SALES
ELSE goto BUILD
Are there any occupied or vacant living quarters besides your own in this building?
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_INTRO
2: Goto END_COVERAGE
1:
IF NEWUNIT ne A, E, P or S then goto TABX_INTRO ELSE
goto NO_TABX
2:
IF NONTYPE = 3 then goto BYOBS
ELSEIF TYPEB = 1-7, 10 AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
GQ_UNIT
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
ELSEIF (INTROB = 1 or NONTYP = 1) and (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
GQ_UNIT
ELSEIF TYPEB = 1-7, 10 or NONTYP = 1) then goto BYOBS
ELSE goto END_COVERAGE
Goto BTabX.XHNO
TABX_INTRO
WARNING
You are about to begin asking questions about one or more additional living
arrangements at this location to determine if they qualify as EXTRA UNITS!!!
If you have accidentally reached this screen, PRESS "UP ARROW" to back up to
the previous screen and correct an earlier entry.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
COVERAGE
NO_TABX
NO_TABX
(An extra/additional has already been created from this case. You cannot create any more extras
from this case./ This case is an extra unit. You cannot create extra units from an extra unit/ This case is
an additional unit. You cannot create extra units from an additional unit.)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
COVERAGE
XHNO
XHNO
What is the exact address of this other living quarters?
IF NONTYPE = 3 then goto BYOBS
ELSEIF TYPEB = 1-7, 10 then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
ELSE goto BYOBS
Goto XHNOSUF
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Enter House number:
Press Enter if no change is needed
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
COVERAGE
XHNOSUF
XHNOSUF
Enter House number suffix, if applicable
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
Goto XSTRNAME
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
COVERAGE
XSTRNAME
XSTRNAME
Enter Street name:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
Goto XUNITDES
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
COVERAGE
XUNITDES
XUNITDES
Enter Unit designation:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
Goto XPO
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
COVERAGE
COVERAGE
XPO
XST
XPO
XST
Enter Town or city name:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
? [F1]
Goto XST
Goto XZIP
Enter State:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
COVERAGE
COVERAGE
XZIP
XNONCITY
XZIP
XNONCITY
Enter Zipcode:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
9 digits:
IF entry is less than 5 digits then goto CK_XZIP
ELSE goto XNONCITY
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
DK,RF:
Enter Non city style address:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
Goto XBLDGNAME
Goto XNONCITY
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
COVERAGE
COVERAGE
XBLDGNAME
TABX_MORE
XBLDGNAME
TABX_MORE
Enter Building name:
(Press Enter if no change needed.)
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Are there any OTHER living quarters, either occupied or vacant, at this original address?
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_A2
TABX_A2
Is the address of the additional living quarters already listed?
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
Goto TABX_MORE
1:
IF 26 addresses already entered then exit block and:
if FRAME = 4 goto BBEXTRA.TABX_A2
if FRAME = 1 goto BBEXTRA.TABX_B1
else then goto BBEXTRA.TABX_B2
ELSE goto XHNO for next address
2: Exit block AND:
IF FRAME = 4 then goto BBEXTRA.TABX_A2
ELSEIF FRAME = 1 then goto BBEXTRA.TABX_B1
ELSE goto BBEXTRA.TABX_B2
1:
Goto TABX_NO
2:
Goto TABX_B3
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_B1
TABX_B1
1:
Goto TABX_C1
2:
Goto TABX_NO
1:
Goto TABX_D
2:
Goto TABX_NO
Are the additional living quarters within the same space occupied by the original sample unit?
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_B2
TABX_B2
Are the additional living quarters within
the basic address (house number and street name)
of the original sample unit?
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_B3
TABX_B3
Are the additional living quarters within
the same structure and within the same
space as the sample unit?
1:
Goto TABX_D
2:
Goto TABX_NO
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
COVERAGE
TABX_C1
TABX_C1
Question Text
Are the additional living quarters in a group quarters?
Skip Instructions
1:
Goto TABX_NO
2:
Goto TABX_D
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_D
TABX_D
Do the occupants or intended occupants of the additional living quarters live separately
from all other persons on the property?
1:
Goto TABX_E
2:
Goto TABX_NO
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABX_E
TABX_E
Do the occupants or intended occupants of have direct access from the outside or
through a common hall?
1:
Goto TABXSPAWN
2:
Goto TABX_NO
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
TABXSPAWN
TABXSPAWN
This other living quarters IS an extra unit.
Do not include members of this unit as members of the current unit.
They MUST be interviewed separately.
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
IF there is another extra unit address then
if FRAME = 1 then goto TABX_B1
if FRAME = 2 then goto TABX_B2
if FRAME = 4 then goto TABX_B3
ELSE goto TABX_FR
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Add the extra unit to your listing sheet according to the instructions
in your Listing and Coverage manual.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
COVERAGE
TABX_NO
TABX_NO
The other living quarters IS NOT considered to be an extra unit.
Include the persons who occupy that living arrangement as members
of the assigned household.
(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)
(Unit Designation)
(City), (State) (Zipcode)
Non-city: (Non-city address)
Building: (Building Name)
IF there is another extra unit address then
if FRAME = 1 then goto TABX_B1
if FRAME = 2 then goto TABX_B2
if FRAME = 4 then goto TABX_B3
ELSE goto TABX_FR
1. Enter 1 to Continue
COVERAGE
TABX_FR
TABX_FR
Interview the parent case.
After interviewing the parent unit, you will receive instructions from you RO on what to do
with the EXTRA units.
You have identified (Total # of spawns) extra units.
(extra unit addresses with House #, house suffix, unit description and street name)
IF TOTSPAWN gt 26 then goto CALLRO
ELSEIF NONTYPE = 3 then goto BYOBS
ELSEIF TYPEB = 1-7 or 10 then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or (
(INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
ELSE goto BContact.BYOBS
1. Enter 1 to Continue
COVERAGE
CALLRO
CALLRO
More than 26 EXTRA UNITS have been identified for this listed address.
1. Call your office
2. Tell your supervisor that you have more than 26 Extra Units for this address.
COVERAGE
FM_SALES
FM_SALES
1. Enter 1 to Continue
During the past 12 months did sales of crops, livestock, and other farm products from this place
amount to $1,000 or more?
IF NONTYPE = 3 then goto BYOBS
ELSEIF TYPEB = 1-7 or 10 then goto GQ_UNIT
ELSEIF RT2501.URRAL = R and (RT2501.FRAME ne 3 or
RT2501.GQTYPE = 901 or 902) AND (REPLACE = 1 or
((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) AND NEWUNIT ne S) then goto
FM_SALES
ELSE goto BContact.BYOBS
Goto GQ_UNIT
1. Yes
2. No
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
COVERAGE
GQ_UNIT
GQ_UNIT
Question Text
Indicate if the unit is:
1. In a Group Quarters
2. NOT in a Group Quarters
COVERAGE
COVERAGE
DIRACC
MERGUA
DIRACC
MERGUA
Indicate if access to the household is:
Skip Instructions
1:
2,DK:
1:
1. Direct
2. Through another unit
? [F1]
2,DK:
Is this a merged unit?
2:
Goto HUTYPE
IF FRAME ne 3 then goto DIRACC
ELSE goto HUTYPE
Goto HUTYPE
Goto MERGUA
1,DK: Goto HUTYPE
Goto CK_MERGUA
1. Merged
2. Not Merged
COVERAGE
HUTYPE
HUTYPE
Enter type of Housing Unit.
1. House, apartment, flat
2. HU in non-transient hotel, motel, etc
3. HU permanent in transient hotel, motel, etc.
4. HU in rooming house
5. Mobile home or trailer with no permanent room added
6. Mobile home or trailer with one or more permanent rooms added
7. HU not specified above
8. Quarters not HU in rooming or boarding house
9. Students quarters in college dormitory
10. Group Quarters unit not specified above
COVERAGE
HUTYPESP
HUTYPESP
COVERAGE
UNISTRQ
UNISTRQ
Enter other type of housing unit
Ask if not apparent
1-6,8,9,DK: Goto UNISTRQ
7,10:
IF TYPEB ne 9 then goto HUTYPESP
ELSE goto UNISTRQ
Goto UNISTRQ
IF NONTYPE = 2 (type b) then goto BYOBS
ELSE goto END_COVERAGE
How many housing units, both occupied and vacant, are there in this structure?
1. Only Group Quarters units
2. Mobile home or trailer
3. One, detached
4. One, attached
5. 2
6. 3 - 4
7. 5 - 9
8. 10 - 19
9. 20 - 49
10. 50 or more
COVERAGE
BYOBS
BYOBS
Did you classify this unit by observation only?
1:
Exit block and goto END_COVERAGE
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
PREVIOUS OBSERVATION: (YES/NO)
2:
Goto CP1NAME
1. Yes
2. No
COVERAGE
CP1NAME
CP1NAME
Goto CP1TITL
Enter contact person name
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS NAME: (Previous Contact Persons Name)
COVERAGE
CP1TITL
CP1TITL
Goto PHON
Enter contact person title
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS TITLE: (Title)
COVERAGE
CP1PHONE
PHON
Goto CP1ADD1
Enter contact person phone number and extension
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS PHONE NUMBER: (Previous phone)
PREVIOUS EXTENSION: (Previous extension)
COVERAGE
CP1ADD1
CP1ADD1
Goto CP1ADD2
Enter contact person street address
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS ADDRESS: (Previous address)
(previous address - 2nd line)
(Previous city) (previous state)
extension)
COVERAGE
CP1ADD2
CP1ADD2
(previous zipcode) - (previous zipcode
Enter contact person second line of address, if necessary
Goto CP1PO
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS ADDRESS: (Previous address)
(previous address - 2nd line)
(Previous city) (previous state) (previous zipcode) - (previous zipcode
extension)
COVERAGE
CP1PO
CP1PO
Enter town or city
Goto CP1ST
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS ADDRESS: (Previous address)
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
(previous address - 2nd line)
(Previous city) (previous state)
COVERAGE
CP1ST
CP1ST
(previous zipcode) - (previous zipcode
extension)
? [F1]
Goto CP1ZIP9
Enter state
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS ADDRESS: (Previous address)
(previous address - 2nd line)
(Previous city) (previous state)
extension)
COVERAGE
CP1ZIP9
CP1ZIP9
(previous zipcode) - (previous zipcode
IF entry is lt 5 digits then goto CK_CP1ZIP9
ELSE exit block and goto END_COVERAGE
Enter zipcode
Press enter if no change is needed
PREVIOUS ADDRESS: (Previous address)
(previous address - 2nd line)
(Previous city) (previous state)
extension)
COVERAGE
RACETYP
RACETYP
(previous zipcode) - (previous zipcode
The items below are required information for all TYPE A cases.
Goto HH_MEMQ
Race code
1. White
2. Black or African American
3. American Indian or Alaska native
4. Asian
5. Native Hawaiian
6. Guamanian or Chamorro
7. Samoan
8. Other Pacific Islander
9. Other
COVERAGE
HH_MEMQ
HH_MEMQ
COVERAGE
TENURE
TENURE
The items below are required information for all TYPE A cases.
Goto TENURE
Number of household members:
The items below are required information for all TYPE A cases.
Tenure code
1,2:
DK,RF:
Goto HHQSRCE
Goto BUILD_A
1. Owned
2. Rented
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
COVERAGE
BUILD_A
BUILD_A
Which best describes this building?
Goto HHQSRCE
1. Single family detached
2. Townhouse - inner unit
3. End row or end townhouse
4. Duplex
5. 3-plex or 4-plex
6. Garden
7. High-rise
8. Apartment or flat
9. Mobile home or trailer
10. College dormitory
COVERAGE
HHQSRCE
HHQSRCE
What was the source of the information for the household
characteristics?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
1-3: IF TYPE A (outcome is 321-324) then goto REF_SEX
ELSE goto END_COVERAGE
4:
Goto HHQ_SP
1. Observation
2. Neighbor
3. Building Manager
4. Other (Specify)
COVERAGE
HHQ_SPECIFY
HHQ_SPECIFY
Specify other source of information
COVERAGE
REF_SEX
REF_SEX
Provide the characteristics of the individual who refused to participate.
IF Type A (outcome is 321-324) then goto REF_SEX
ELSE goto END_COVERAGE
Goto REF_RACE
Sex of individual
1. Male
2. Female
COVERAGE
REF_RACE
REF_RACE
Provide the characteristics of the individual who
refused to participate.
Goto REF_AGED
Race of individual
1. White
2. Black or African American
3. American Indian or Alaska native
4. Asian
5. Native Hawaiian
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Variable Name
Question Text
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6. Guamanian or Chamorro
7. Samoan
8. Other Pacific Islander
9. Other
COVERAGE
REF_AGED
REF_AGED
Goto END_COVERAGE
Provide the characteristics of the individual who
refused to participate.
Approximate age of individual
CONTROL CARD
STLLIV
STLLIV
1. Under 20
2. 21 - 50
3. 51 - 74
4. 75 or older
I have listed . . . . READ NAMES
Are all of these persons still living or staying here?
Goto TUNIT1 Block - PERSTAT
(This case is part of a Multi-CU address. There are (number) CU's for this address)
(Lis tof persons in the household)
1. Yes
2. No
CONTROL CARD
CONTROL CARD
PERSTAT
FNAME
PERSTAT
FNAME
(Use up/down arrows to move to the correct row for membership change. When done,
REVIEW/Update demographics. Press END key./ Use left/right arrows to move to REVIEW/Update
demographics. When done, Press END key)
7. Delete person
8. CU member deceased
9. Reinstate person
99. Error - Person should not have been listed
(What is the name of the next person living or staying here?/What are the names of all persons
living or staying here?)
16 characters:
999:
Enter 999 if no more persons.
CONTROL CARD
LNAME
LNAME
CONTROL CARD
CU_CODE
CU_CODE
Enter Last Name
Ask if not apparent
Goto LNAME
IF CU_CODE = 1-10, DK or RF then goto CK_FNAME
ELSE exit block and goto CHECKS
Goto CU_CODE
IF more than 1 reference person (CU_CODE = 1) has been
selected then goto CK_CHECKS2
What is (your/NAME's) relationship to (you/the owner/renter/name of reference person)?
ELSE goto SEX
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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If this is the Reference Person, enter 1
(The Reference person is one of the persons who owns or rents this home.)
1. Reference person
2. Spouse (Husband/Wife)
3. Child or adopted child
4. Grandchild
5. In-Law
6. Brother or Sister
7. Mother or Father
8. Other related person (Aunt, Uncle, etc.)
9. Unrelated Person (Lodger, Lodger's spouse, foster child, etc.)
10. Unmarried Partner
CONTROL CARD
SEX
SEX
Ask if not apparent
Is (NAME) male or female?
1,DK,RF:
2:
Goto AWAY_COL
IF SEX = sex of reference person then goto CK_SEX1
ELSE goto AWAY_COL
1. Male
2. Female
CONTROL CARD
AWAY_COL
AWAY_COL
Ask if not apparent
1:
IF CU_CODE = 1 then goto CK_AWAYCOL
ELSE goto HH_MEM
Is (NAME) living away at college?
2,DK,RF,EMPTY:
CONTROL CARD
HH_MEM
HH_MEM
1. Yes
2. No
Does (NAME) usually live here?
Probe if usual place of residence is elsewhere.
1,DK,RF,EMPTY:
2:
Goto HH_MEM
Goto next line of grid
IF CU_CODE = 2 then goto CK_HHMEM
ELSE goto next line of grid
1. Yes
2. No
CONTROL CARD
HHRESP
HHRESP
Ask if necessary
With whom am I speaking?
Enter line number
IF HHRESP gt NROSIZE then goto CK_HHRESP
ELSEIF (MEMBSTAT[HHRESP] = 1 and PERSTAT[HHRESP] ne
9) OR (MEMBSTAT[HHRESP] = 5) OR (PERSTAT[HHRESP] = 7,
8 or 99) OR (HH_MEM[HHRESP] = 2 or blank) then goto
CK_HHRESP2
ELSEIF ((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne 5) OR
REPLACE = 1 AND NROSIZE less than 30 then goto MLIVE
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CONTROL CARD
Tag Name
NEWLIV
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ELSEIF ((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne 5) OR
REPLACE = 1 AND NROSIZE eq 30 then exit block and goto
BSUBFAMILY, BSFMAKEUP or TUNIT2 as appropriate
MLIVE
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
4. NAME[4]
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
95. Proxy Respondent
So I have listed (Number of people in the household) people living or staying here now.
(Lis tof persons in the household)
ELSE goto NEWLIV
1:
Go back to where FNAME = 999
2,DK,RF:
Exit block and goto BSUBFAMILY, BSFMAKEUP or
TUNIT2 as appropriate
Is there anyone else living or staying here now - any babies, small children, non-relatives or
anyone else?
Please verify that the information on this screen is correct.
CONTROL CARD
NEWLIV
NEWLIV
1. Yes
2. No
Is anyone else living or staying here, including newborn babies?
1:
Go back to where FNAME = 999
(Lis tof persons in the household)
2:
Exit block and goto BSUBFAMILY, BSFMAKEUP or
TUNIT2 as appropriate
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CONTROL CARD
CONTROL CARD
Tag Name
SUBFAM1
SUBFAM2
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
SUBFAM1
1. Yes, add new person
2. No
Earlier you said that (NAME) was
not related to (Name of reference person).
Is (NAME) related to anyone else in this household?
1:
SUBFAM2
1. Yes
2. No
Who is (NAME) related to?
PROBE: Anyone else?
Enter line number(s), separate with commas
CONTROL CARD
SHELTX
SHELTX
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
4. NAME[4]
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
(Begin financial responsibility questions to determine CU's)
2:
Goto SUBFAM2
IF no more non-rels then goto SET_SUBFAMS
ELSE goto SUBFAM1 for next unassigned non-rel
IF SUBFAM2 gt NROSIZE then goto CK_SUBFAM2
ELSEIF no more non-rels then goto SET_SUBFAMS
ELSE goto SUBFAM, for next unassigned non-rel
Goto FOODX
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
(Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (your/his/her/their) housing
expenses with (your/his/her/their) own money?
(subfamily names)
CONTROL CARD
FOODX
FOODX
1. Yes
2. No
(Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (your/his/her/their) food
expenses with (your/his/her/their) own money?
1:
(subfamily names)
IF SHELTX = 1 and there are no more subfams then goto
UPDATE_SUBFAM
ELSEIF SHELTX = 1 then goto SHELTX for next subfam
ELSE goto OTHERX
2,DK,RF:
CONTROL CARD
OTHERX
OTHERX
1. Yes
2. No
(Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (your/his/her/their) other
living expenses such as clothing, transportation,
etc., with (your/his/her/their) own money?
(subfamily names)
1: IF SHELTX = 1 OR FOODX = 1 AND there are no more
subfamiles then goto UPDATE_SUBFAM
ELSEIF SHELTX = 1 OR FOODX = 1 then goto SHELTX for
next subfamily
ELSE goto SUPSRC
2,DK,RF:
CONTROL CARD
SUPSRC
SUPSRC
1. Yes
2. No
Does all or part of the money to pay for
(READ NAMES) (description) come from someone
in this household?
Goto OTHERX
1:
Goto SUPSRC
Goto SUPRT1
2,DK,RF: IF no more subfamilies then goto UPDATE_SUBFAM
ELSE goto SHELTX for next subfamily
(subfamily names)
CONTROL CARD
SUPRT1
SUPRT1
1. Yes
2. No
Who is that person(s)?
Enter line number(s), separate with commas
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
4. NAME[4]
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
IF SUPRT1 gt NROSIZE then goto CK_SUPRT1
ELSEIF no more subfamilies then goto UPDATE_SUBFAM
ELSE goto SHELTX for next subfamily
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
CONTROL CARD
CONSUMER_UNI
TS
CONSUMER_UNITS
HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS BROKEN INTO APPROPRIATE CU'S
Goto CU_INTRO
(List CU#, Line number, and name)
CONTROL CARD
CU_INTRO
CU_INTRO
1. Enter 1 to Continue
During this interview, I will use the word household to refer to the group of related persons who
are independent of all other persons living at this address for payment of their major expenses.
Goto TUNIT2 block
A "household" is considered one Consumer Unit
The (person/ persons) I'm including in your household (are/is) (READ NAME(S))
(Names of Cu members)
CONTROL CARD
AGE
AGE1
1. Enter 1 to Continue
As of today, how old is/are (You/NAME)?
DK,RF:
0-109:
110-200:
Goto AGE2
IF CU_CODE = 1 AND AGE lt 16 then goto CK_AGE
ELSEIF RESPLINE = MEMBNO AND AGE lt 16 then
goto CK_AGE
ELSEIF AGE = 13,15,61 or 64 then goto AGESPEC
ELSE goto HORIGIN
Goto CK_AGE1
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
CONTROL CARD
AGESPEC
AGESPEC
Some questions are only asked for household members of a certain age.
IF before current month and year then goto VERIFY_AGE
In what month and year will (You/NAME) be (14/16/62/65) years old?
ELSEIF AGESPEC[3:6] after current year + 1 then
goto CK_AGESPEC
Enter month and year when household member will turn (14/16/62/65)
CONTROL CARD
AGE2
AGE2
Ask if necessary
ELSE goto HORIGIN
1:
(Are/Is) (you/he/she) under 16?
IF RESPLINE = MEMBNO then goto CK_AGE2
ELSEIF CU_CODE = 1 then goto CK_AGE2
ELSE goto HORIGIN
2,DK,RF:
CONTROL CARD
CONTROL CARD
HORIGIN
HISPANIC
HORIGIN
HISPANIC
Goto HORIGIN
1. Yes
2. No
2
1:
(Are/Is) (You/NAME) Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish?
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
2
1-5,DK,RF:
(Are/Is) (You/NAME) -
6:
Goto HISPANIC
Goto MULTRACE
Goto MULTRACE
Goto HISPOTH
Examples of "other" include - Argentinean, Colombian, Dominican, Nicaraguan, Salvadoran,
Spaniard
1. Mexican?
2. Mexican-American?
3. Chicano?
4. Puerto Rican?
5. Cuban?
6. Other (Specify)
CONTROL CARD
HISPOTH
HISPOTH
CONTROL CARD
MULTRACE
MULTRACE
Goto MULTRACE
Specify:
2
What is (your/NAME's) race?
1-3,5,8,10,RF:
MARITAL
IF AGE ge 14 OR AGERNG = 8 or 9 then goto
ELSE goto Next Person
Probe if necessary
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
4:
Goto ASIAN
9:
Goto RACESP
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Variable Name
Question Text
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Examples of "Other Pacific Islander" include - Fijian, Tongan
CONTROL CARD
ASIAN
ASIAN
1. White
2. Black or African American
3. American Indian or Alaska native
4. Asian
5. Native Hawaiian
6. Guamanian or Chamorro
7. Samoan
8. Other Pacific Islander
9. Other Specify
10. Don't Know
2
1-6,DK,RF:
MARITAL
IF AGE ge 14 OR (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto
ELSE goto Next Person
(Are/Is) (You/NAME) 7:
Goto ASIANOTH
Examples of "other" include - Hmong, Laotian, Thai, Pakistani, Cambodian
1. Chinese?
2. Filipino?
3. Japanese?
4. Korean?
5. Vietnamese?
6. Asian Indian?
7. Other (Specify)
CONTROL CARD
ASIANOTH
ASIANOTH
Specify:
CONTROL CARD
RACESP
RACESP
Specify other race
CONTROL CARD
MARITAL
MARITAL
Ask if not apparent
IF AGE ge 14 OR (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto MARITAL
ELSE goto Next Person
IF AGE ge 14 OR (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto MARITAL
ELSE goto Next Person
IF AGE ge 14 or (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto EDUCA
ELSE goto BIRTH_MO for next member
(Are_Is) (you/NAME) -
CONTROL CARD
EDUCA
EDUCA
1. Married?
2. Widowed?
3. Divorced?
4. Separated?
5. Never married?
3
What is the highest level of school (you have/ (Name) has) completed or the highest degree (you
have/ (Name) has) received?
1-3,DK,RF: IF AGE = 16-65 or (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then
goto ARM_FORC
ELSE goto next member
4-8:
Goto IN_COLL
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
IN_COLL
1. No schooling completed, or less than 1 year
2. Nursery, kindergarten, and elementary (grades 1-8)
3. High school (grades 9-12, no degree)
4. High school graduate - high school diploma or the equivalent (GED)
5. Some college but no degree
6. Associate's degree in college
7. Bachelor's degree (BA, AB, BS, etc.)
8. Master's, professional, or doctorate degree (MA, MS, MBA, MD, JD, PhD, etc.)
(Are/Is) (You/NAME) currently enrolled in a college or university either -
ARM_FORC
1. Full-time?
2. Part-time?
3. Not at all?
3 ? [F1]
Skip Instructions
39-46:
CONTROL CARD
CONTROL CARD
IN_COLL
ARM_FORC
Goto IN_COLL
IF AGE = 16-65 or (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto ARM_FORC
ELSE goto next member
IF this is the last person then goto CHECKS2
ELSE goto the next person
(Are_Is) (You/NAME) now in the Armed Forces?
CONTROL CARD
CE_INTRO
CE_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
As we start, please understand that we ask the same questions of everybody we talk to. I realize
some of these questions may not apply to your household.
Exit block and goto BSECT01
Most questions that I will be asking refer to a specific time period.
During this interview, the time period, unless I state otherwise is for the
Past (month/three months), that is, from the 1st day of (reference month) to today.
Most of my questions are about expenses your household had or bills you've received. You will
find it helpful to have your checkbook register, credit card statements and other records as you
answer the questions.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
01B
ST_HOUS
ST_HOUS
Ask if not apparent.
Are these living quarters presently used as student housing by a
college or university?
IF COVERAGE.UNISTRQ = 2 or 3 OR (8500.UNISTRQ = 2 or 3)
then goto ROOMSQ
ELSE goto BUILDING
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
01B
BUILDING
BUILDING
Question Text
4
? [F1]
Ask if not apparent by observation
Skip Instructions
1-9,DK,RF:
Goto ROOMSQ
10:
IF ST_HOUS = 2, DK or RF then goto CK_BUILDING
ELSE goto S1B_END
11:
Goto BUILDOTH
Which best describes this building?
1. Single Family Detached
2. Row or Townhouse - inner unit
3. End row or end townhouse
4. Duplex
5. 3-plex or 4-plex
6. Garden
7. High-rise
8. Apartment or flat
9. Mobile home or trailer
10. College dormitory
11. Other - Specify
01B
BUILDOTH
BUILDOTH
01B
ROOMSQ
ROOMSQ
How many ROOMS are there in this unit, including all finished
living areas and excluding all bathrooms?
01B
BEDROOMQ
BEDROOMQ
How many BEDROOMS are there in this unit?
Specify:
Count all rooms used mainly for sleeping, even if also used for other purposes.
01B
BATHRMQ
BATHRMQ
How many COMPLETE bathrooms are there in this unit?
A complete bathroom has a toilet, a bathtub or shower, and a sink,
all with running water.
01B
HLFBATHQ
HLFBATHQ
How many HALF bathrooms are there in this unit?
A half bathroom has at least a toilet or bathtub or shower, but
does not have all the facilities of a complete bathroom.
02
STLRENT
STLRENT
Last time (you/your household) reported renting these living quarters.
Do you still rent?
1. Yes
2. No
3. No -Buying the sample unit
Goto ROOMSQ
1-30,DK,RF: Goto BEDROOMQ
31-99:
Goto ERR1_ROOMSQ
0-99: IF (BEDROOMQ gt ROOMSQ) AND (ROOMSQ ne DK and
ROOMSQ ne RF) then goto CK_BEDROOMQ
ELSEIF BEDROOMQ gt 12 then goto ERR1_BEDROOMQ
ELSE goto BATHRMQ
DK,RF: Goto BATHRMQ
0-9: IF (BATHRMQ gt ROOMSQ) AND (ROOMSQ ne DK and ne
RF) then goto CK_BATHRMS
ELSE goto HLFBATHQ
DK,RF: Goto HLFBATHQ
0-9: IF (HLFBATHQ gt ROOMSQ) AND (ROOMSQ ne DK and ne
RF) then goto CK_HLFBATHQ
ELSE goto S1B_END
DK,RF: Goto S1B_END
1,DK,RF: Goto RENTED
2:
Goto RTASPAY
3:
IF 8500.UNITFEAT = EMPTY then goto UNITFEAT
ELSEIF 8500.YRBUILT = EMPTY then goto YRBUILT
ELSE exit block and goto Section 3
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
02
OWNED
OWNED
Do you own this home?
1:
IF 8500.UNITFEAT = EMPTY then goto UNITFEAT
ELSEIF 8500.YRBUILT = EMPTY then goto YRBUILT
ELSE exit block and goto Section 3
Include households with mortgages as owners.
2,DK,RF:
02
UNITFEAT
UNITFEAT
1. Yes
2. No
4
? [F1]
Does this unit have any of the following?
Goto PUBLHOUS
IF 0 is selected with other values then goto CK_UNITFEAT
ELSEIF 8500.YRBUILT = EMPTY then goto YRBUILT
ELSE exit block and goto Section 3
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
02
YRBUILT
YRBUILT
0. None
1. Swimming Pool
2. Off Street Parking
3. Porch, terrace, patio, or balcony
4. Apartment or guest house
5. Central air conditioning
6. Window air conditioning
77. Don't know
About when was this building originally built?
Do not consider later remodelings
Probe for best estimate
02
PUBLHOUS
PUBLHOUS
Ask if not apparent.
Is this house in a public housing project, that is, is it owned by
a local housing authority or other local public agency?
1700-9999: IF YRBUILT gt current year then goto CK_YRBUILT
ELSE goto Section 3
DK,RF:
1:
Goto Section 3
IF 8500.INCLDRYR = EMPTY then goto INCLSTOV
ELSE goto RENTED
2,DK,RF: Goto GOVTCOST
02
GOVTCOST
GOVTCOST
1. Yes
2. No
Are your housing costs lower because the Federal, State, or local
government is paying part of the cost?
IF 8500.INCLDRYR = EMPTY then goto INCLSTOV
ELSE goto RENTED
02
INCLSTOV
INCLSTOV
1. Yes
2. No
5 ? [F1]
Goto INCLFRIG
Were any of the following appliances included in the home when you moved in . . .
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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. . . Cooking stove, range, or oven?
02
INCLFRIG
INCLFRIG
1. Yes
2. No
5 ? [F1]
Goto INCLBDSH
Were any of the following appliances included in the home when you moved in . . .
. . . Refrigerator or home freezer?
02
INCLBDSH
INCLBDSH
1. Yes
2. No
5 ? [F1]
Goto INCLPDSH
Were any of the following appliances included in the home when you moved in . . .
. . . Built-in dishwasher?
02
INCLPDSH
INCLPDSH
1. Yes
2. No
5 ? [F1]
Goto INCLWSHR
Were any of the following appliances included in the home when you moved in . . .
. . . Portable dishwasher?
02
INCLWSHR
INCLWSHR
1. Yes
2. No
5 ? [F1]
Goto INCLDRYR
Were any of the following appliances included in the home when you moved in . . .
. . . Clothes washer?
02
INCLDRYR
INCLDRYR
1. Yes
2. No
5 ? [F1]
Goto RENTED
Were any of the following appliances included in the home when you moved in . . .
. . . Clothes dryer?
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02
Tag Name
RENTED
02
MORERENT
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
RENTED
1. Yes
2. No
Do (you/you or any members of your household) (still/ ) pay rent for these living quarters?
1,DK,RF:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto BRent02.RENTX3
ELSE goto BRent02.RENTX1
2:
Goto BRent02.RTASPAY
MORERENT
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household) rented any
houses, apartments, or temporary living quarters NOT used entirely for business or vacation?
Do NOT include college or university regulated housing.
1:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto BRent02.RENTX3
ELSE goto BRent02.RENTX1
2,DK,RF: Goto S2_END
02
RENTX1
RENTX1
1. Yes
2. No
What was your total rental payment for (reference month) for this unit?
Include any extra charges for garage or parking facilities, but do not
include direct payments by local, state or federal agencies.
02
RENTX2
RENTX2
What was the total rental payment for (month) for this unit?
DK,RF:
Goto RENTX2
0-9999999: IF RENTX2 gt 3000 then goto ERR1_RENTX2
ELSE goto RENTX3
02
RENTX3
RENTX3
What was your total rental payment for (last month) for this unit?
DK,RF:
Goto RENTX3
0-9999999:
IF RENTX3 gt 3000 then goto ERR1_RENTX3
ELSE goto RTELECT
RTELECT
(Include any extra charges for garage or parking facilities, but do not include direct payments by
local, state, or federal agencies./ )
6
02
RTELECT
0-9999999: IF RENTX1 gt 3000 then goto ERR1_RENTX1
ELSE goto RENTX2
DK,RF:
Goto RTELECT
Goto RTGAS
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Electricity?
02
RTGAS
RTGAS
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTWATER
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . . Gas?
1. Yes
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
02
RTWATER
RTWATER
Question Text
Skip Instructions
2. No
6
Goto RTHEAT
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Piped in water?
02
RTHEAT
RTHEAT
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTTRASH
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . . Heating?
02
RTTRASH
RTTRASH
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTPARK
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Trash/garbage collection?
02
RTPARK
RTPARK
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTTELEPH
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Garage and parking facilities?
02
RTTELEPH
RTTELEPH
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTTVCABL
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Telephone services?
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Section
02
Tag Name
RTTVCABL
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
RTTVCABL
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTINTRNT
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Television services?
02
RTINTRNT
RTINTRNT
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTFUNSH
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Internet services?
02
RTFUNSH
RTFUNSH
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTASPAY
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Furniture?
02
RTASPAY
RTASPAY
1. Yes
2. No
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any reduced or free rent for
this unit as a form of pay since the first of (reference month)?
1:
2,DK,RF:
02
RTCOMPX
RTCOMPX
1. Yes
2. No
What is the current monthly rental charge to another tenant for a similar unit?
02
REGRNTX
REGRNTX
What is your regular rental payment?
Goto RTCOMPX
Goto RTBSNS
0-999999: IF RTCOMPX lt 100 or gt 1550 then goto
ERR1_RTCOMPX
ELSE goto REGRNTX
DK,RF: Goto REGRNTX
0-999999: IF REGRNTX gt 1463 then goto ERR1_REGRNTX
ELSE goto RTBSNS
DK,RF:
Goto RTBSNS
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
02
RTBSNS
RTBSNS
Is any portion of this unit used for your own business?
1:
1. Yes
2. No
02
RTBSNSZ
RTBSNSZ
What percent of the rental payment is counted as a business expense?
Enter to the nearest whole percent.
2,DK,RF: IF STLRENT = 2 AND RTASPAY = 2 then goto
CK_RTBSNS
ELSEIF STLRENT = 2 AND (PSU = 06037, 06073,
06075, 06087, 06097, 11001, 24021, 24043, 34003, 34013,
34017,34023, 34027, 34031, 34037, 36005, 36047,36059, 36061,
36081, 36085, 36087, 36103, 36119) goto RENTCONT
ELSE goto MORERNT
1-99,DK,RF: IF RTBSNSZ = 100 AND (PSU = 06037, 06073,
06075, 06087, 06097, 11001, 24021, 24043, 34003, 34013, 34017,
34023, 34027, 34031, 34037, 36005, 36047, 36059, 36061, 36081,
36085, 36087, 36103,36119), goto RENTCONT
ELSE goto MORERNT
100:
02
RENTCONT
02
MORERNT
Goto RTBSNSZ
Goto ERR2_RTBSNSZ
RENTCONT
Is this unit under rent control?
Goto MORERNT
MORERNT
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
rented any other houses, apartments, or temporary living
quarters NOT used entirely for business or vacation?
1:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto RENTX3
ELSE goto RENTX1
2,DK,RF: Goto S2_END
Do NOT include college or university regulated housing.
03
S3A1_INTRO
03A1
STILOWN
S3A1_INTRO
STILOWN
1. Yes
2. No
(Now I am going to update the information you provided in the last interview for owned living
quarters and other owned real estate./Now I am going to
1. Enter 1 to Continue
(Do/Does) (you/your household) still own your (property description)?
IF there are records on input with 8500.OPB_STAT = 1 then
goto S3A1_INV
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 and there are no records on input with
8500.OPB_STAT = 1 then goto PURPROP
1,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 600 then goto BSECT3I.VAC_RNTQ
ELSE goto BSNSEXPA
Prop #|Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# LCHEL
2:
03A1
BSNSEXPA
BSNSEXPA
1. Yes
2. No
(Are/Were) any of the expenses for this property deducted
as a farm, rental, or business expense?
Prop # |Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# LCHEL
1:
IF OWNYB = 600 then goto PURPROP
ELSE goto BSNSEXPA
Goto OBSNSZBA
2,DK,RF: IF there are previously reported loans with
8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 AND 8500.OPF_STAT = 1,
then goto BMCHANGE Block
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
1. Yes
2. No
03A1
OBSNSZBA
OBSNSZBA
What percent of the expenses for this property (is/was) deducted?
Include the portion used for business, farming, or rented to someone outside the household.
Skip Instructions
ELSEIF there are previously reported loans with
8500.LOANTYPE = 3 AND 8500.OPH_STAT = 1, then exit block
and goto PDLOAN2 in the THomeEquity block
ELSEIF (no loans) OR (all previously reported loans have
been updated) then exit block and goto ADDMORT in the
TAddMort block
1-99,DK,RF: IF (there are previously reported loans with
8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2) AND 8500.OPF_STAT = 1) then goto
MCHANGE
Prop # |Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# LCHEL
ELSEIF (there are previously reported loans with
8500.LOANTYPE = 3) AND (8500.OPH_STAT = 1) then exit
block and goto PDLOAN2 in the THomeEquity block
ELSEIF (no loans) OR (all previously reported loans
have been updated) then exit block and goto ADDMORT in the
TAddMort Block
03A1
03A1
03A1
MCHANGE
MORTCHNG
ORWHAT
MCHANGE
MORTCHNG
ORWHAT
(Since your last interview, have there been any changes to
your (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) such as refinancing, a change in property taxes
or insurance, ending the loan, or paying less
than the required amount?/ For the (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) in which you
reported a payment (amount), since your last interview, have there been any changes to that
(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan), such
as refinancing, a change in property taxes or insurance, ending the loan, or paying less than
the required amount?)
1. Yes
2. No
What was the reason for the change in your
(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) for your (property description)?
1. Change in escrow payment (include changes in property taxes, insurance)
2. Change in interest rate
3. Paid off
4. Change in amount of the graduated payment for a graduated payment (mortgage/lump sum home
equity loan)
5. (Mortgage/Lump sum home equity loan) renegotiated (rollover or renegotiable (mortgage/lump sum
home equity loan))
6. Refinanced (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) (this includes changing the term of the
(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan))
7. Paid less than the required amount
8. Other reasons
9. More than one of the above
Is this a 30-year (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan), a 15-year
(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan), or something else?
100:
1:
Goto ERR2_OBSNSZBA
Goto MORTCHNG
2,DK,RF: IF 8500.FIXEDRTE = 1 then goto MCHANGE for the
next loan for this property with 8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 and
8500.OPF_STAT = 1
ELSEIF there are loans with LOANTYPE = 3 and
OPF_STAT = 1 then goto PDLOAN2 in THomeequity block
ELSE goto ADDMORT in TAddmort block
[ELSEIF goto PYMTJX1]
1,4:
2:
3:
Goto PYRINIJ
Goto NEWMRRTJ
Goto MORTCHMO
5,6,8,9,DK,RF: Goto ORWHAT
7:
Goto PYMTJX1
1,2,DK,RF: Goto FIXEDRTJ
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
3:
Goto MRTTERMJ
1. 30-year
2. 15-year
3. Other-specify
03A1
MRTTERMJ
MRTTERMJ
03A1
FIXEDRTJ
FIXEDRTJ
03A1
PAYTYPJ
PAYTYPJ
Enter number of years.
Goto FIXEDRTJ
Is this a fixed rate (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?
1:
1. Yes
2. No
There are many different kinds of (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) (s).
Which one of these comes closest to (yours/ your household's)?
2,DK,RF:
Goto ORGMRTJX
Goto PAYTYPJ
IF PAYTYPJ = 1 AND FIXEDRTJ = 2 then goto CK_PAYTYPJ
ELSEIF 3 is selected then goto PAYTOTHJ
ELSE goto ORGMRTJX
Read each item on list.
Mark all that apply, separate with commas.
1. Variable or adjustable interest rate (ARM)
2. Interest only
3. Something else - specify
03A1
PAYTOTHJ
PAYTOTHJ
Goto ORGMRTJX
03A1
ORGMRTJX
ORGMRTJX
What was the amount of the (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) when
(you/your household) first obtained it, not including any interest?
03A1
NEWMRRTJ
NEWMRRTJ
? [F1]
Specify:
1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 100 and ORGMRTJX lt 5000 or
gt 315000) OR (8500.OWNYB = 200 and ORGMRTJX lt 3000 or
gt 350000) OR (8500.OWNYB = 300 and ORGMRTJX lt 3000 or gt
400000) OR (8500.OWNYB = 400 and ORGMRTJX lt 1000 or gt
124900) then goto ERR1_ORGMRTJX
ELSE goto NEWMRRTJ
DK,RF:
Goto NEWMRRTJ
00.000-99.999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 14 then goto ERR1_NEWMRRT
ELSE goto PYRINIJ
What is the current interest rate for this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?
DK,RF:
Goto PYRINIJ
Enter percent including decimal
03A1
PYRINIJ
PYRINIJ
7
On (your/your household's) last regular payment, which of these things
were included?
1-5,77,RF: IF both 1 and 2 were NOT selected then goto
CK_PYRINIJ
ELSEIF 8500.FIXEDRTE = 2,DK or RF or FIXEDRTJ =
2,DK or RF then goto MORTCHMO
ELSE goto MRTPMTJX
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
6:
Goto PYJOTH
1. Principal
2. Interest
3. Property taxes
4. Property insurance
5. Mortgage guarantee insurance
6. Any other payments-specify
77. Don't know
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
03A1
PYJOTH
PYJOTH
03A1
MRTPMTJX
MRTPMTJX
Question Text
Specify:
How much is (your/your household's) (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) payment per
month?
Skip Instructions
IF (8500.FIXEDRTE = 2, DK or RF) or (FIXEDRTJ = 2, DK or RF)
then goto MORTCHMO
ELSE goto MRTPMTJX
IF entry lt 246 or gt 2690 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_MRTPMTJX
ELSEIF any codes 3 - 6 are selected in PYRINIJ then goto
PRININJX
03A1
PRININJX
PRININJX
How much of that amount is for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
03A1
MORTCHMO
MORTCHMO
In what month did (you pay off your (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?/your
(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) change?)?
ELSE goto MORTCHMO
0-99999999: IF entry lt 40 or gt 2700 then goto ERR1_PRININJX
ELSEIF PRININJX gt MRTPMTJX then goto
CK_PRININJX
ELSE goto MORTCHMO
DK,RF: Goto MORTCHMO
IF ENTRY is not in the reference period and ne DK and ne RF
then goto CK_MORTCHMO
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
ELSE
1-99999999,DK,RF: IF PYMTJX1 lt 246 or gt 2690 and ne DK or
RF then goto ERR1_PYMTJX1
ELSEIF (any codes 3-6 selected in PYRINIJ) or
8500.PAYPROTX = 3 or 8500.PAYPROIN = 4 or 8500.PAYMORIN
= 5 or 8500.PAYOTHER = 6 then goto PRNINJX1
ELSE goto PYMTJX2
03A1
PYMTJX1
PYMTJX1
How much was (your/your household's) payment on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)
in (reference month)?
03A1
PRNINJX1
PRNINJX1
How much of that amount is for (principal / interest/principal and interest )?
IF (FIXEDRTJ = 2, DK or RF) or (FIXEDRTJ ne 1 AND
8500.FIXEDRTE = 2, DK or RF) then goto PYMTJX1
ELSE goto MCHANGE for next loan for this property with
8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 and 8500.OPF_STAT = 1
IF no more loans with (8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 and
8500.OPF_STAT = 1) for this property AND there are loans for this
property with 8500.LOANTYPE = 3 and 8500.OPH_STAT = 1
then goto PDLOAN2 in Thomequity block
ELSE goto ADDMORT in TAddmort block
0:
Goto PYMTJX2
0-99999999: IF PRNINJX1 lt 40 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_PRNINJX1
ELSEIF PRNINJX1 gt PYMTJX1 then goto
CK_PRNINJX1
ELSE goto PYMTJX2
DK,RF: Goto PYMTJX2
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
03A1
PYMTJX2
PYMTJX2
How much was (your/your household's) payment on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)
in (month)?
1-99999999,DK,RF: IF PYMTJX2 lt 246 or gt 2690 and ne DK or
RF then goto ERR1_PYMTJX2
ELSEIF any codes 3 to 6 selected in PYRINIJ or
8500.PAYPROTX = 3 or 8500.PAYPROIN = 4 or 8500.PAYMORIN
= 5 or 8500.PAYOTHER = 6 then goto PRNINJX2
ELSE goto PYMTJX3
03A1
PRNINJX2
PRNINJX2
How much of that amount is for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
03A1
PYMTJX3
PYMTJX3
How much was (your/your household's) payment on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity
loan) in (last month)?
0:
Goto PYMTJX3
0-99999999: IF PRNINJX2 gt PYMTJX2 then goto
CK_PRNINJX2
ELSEIF PRNINJX2 lt 40 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_PRNINJX2
ELSE goto PYMTJX3
DK,RF: Goto PYMTJX3
IF PYMTJX3 lt 246 or gt 2690 and ne DK or RF then
goto ERR1_PYMTJX3
ELSEIF (any codes 3 to 6 selected in PYRINIJ) or
8500.PAYPROTX = 3 or 8500.PAYPROIN = 4 or 8500.PAYMORIN
= 5 or 8500.PAYOTHER = 6) then goto PRNINJX3
ELSE goto MCHANGE for the next loan for this property with
8500.LOANTYPE = 1 or 2 AND 8500.OPF_STAT = 1
03A1
03A1
PRNINJX3
PDLOAN2
PRNINJX3
PDLOAN2
How much of that amount is for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
Since the first of (Reference month), (have/has) (you/your household)
made any payments for your line of credit home equity loan?
If no more loans and there are loans with 8500.LOANTYPE =
3 goto PDLOAN2 in THomeequity block
else goto ADDMORT in TAddmort block
0-99999999: IF PRNINJX3 gt PYMTJX3 then goto
CK_PRNINJX3
ELSEIF PRNINJX3 lt 40 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_PRNINJX3
ELSE goto MCHANGE for next loan for this property
with 8500.LOANTYPE = 1 or 2 AND 8500.OPF_STAT = 1
if no more loans with 8500.loantype = 1 or 2 and
there are loans with 8500.LOANTYPE = 3, then goto PDLOAN2
else goto ADDMORT
DK,RF Goto MCHANGE for next loan for this property with
8500.LOANTYPE = 1 or 2 AND 8500.OPF_STAT = 1
IF no more loans with 8500.loantype = 1 or 2 and there are
loans with 8500.LOANTYPE = 3 then goto PDLOAN2
ELSE goto ADDMORT
1:
Goto PD2AMTX1
2,DK,RF: Goto TOTOWED2
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Section
03A1
03A1
Tag Name
PD2AMTX1
PD2AMTX2
Variable Name
Question Text
PD2AMTX1
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount paid in (reference month)?
PD2AMTX2
What was the total amount paid in (month)?
Skip Instructions
1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 1 and PD2AMTX1 lt 15 or gt
6000) OR (8500.OWNYB = 200-400 and PD2AMTX1 lt 35 or gt
35000) then goto ERR1_PD2AMTX1
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TOTOWED2
ELSE goto PD2AMTX2
0,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TOTOWED2
ELSE goto PD2AMTX2
1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 1 and PD2AMTX2 lt 14 or gt
6000) OR (8500.OWNYB = 200-400 and PD2AMTX2 lt 34 or gt
35000) then goto ERR1_PD2AMTX2
ELSE goto PD2AMTX3
0,DK,RF:
03A1
PD2AMTX3
PD2AMTX3
What was the total amount paid in (last month)?
03A1
TOTOWED2
TOTOWED2
How much was owed before the last payment?
Goto PD2AMTX3
1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 1 and PD2AMTX3 lt 14 or gt
6000) OR (8500.OWNYB = 200-400 and PD2AMTX3 lt 34 or gt
35000) then goto ERR1_PD2AMTX3
ELSE goto TOTOWED2
0,DK,RF:
Goto TOTOWED2
IF TOTOWED2 lt PD2AMTX3 then goto CK_TOTOWED2
ELSEIF (8500.OWNYB = 100 and TOTOWED2 lt 165 or gt 104400)
OR (8500.OWNYB = 200-400 and TOTOWED2 lt 2000 or gt
100000) then goto ERR1_TOTOWED2
ELSE goto PDLOAN2 for next loan for this property with
8500.LOANTYPE = 3 and 8500.OPH_STAT = 1
03A1
ADDMORT
ADDMORT
Since the first of (reference month), (have/has) (you/your household)
obtained any (additional/
) mortgages, including second mortgages or home
equity loans, for your (property description)?
if no more loans for this property with 8500.LOANTYPE = 3
and 8500.OPH_STAT = 1 then goto ADDMORT
1:
Goto HEQUITY
2,DK,RF:
Exit block and goto S3A1_CHK1
1,DK,RF:
Goto OTHLOAN
(do not include reverse mortgages./ )
03A1
HEQUITY
HEQUITY
1. Yes
2. No
Was this a mortgage or home equity loan?
2:
Goto HELTYPE
1. Mortgage
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
03A1
HELTYPE
HELTYPE
There are two basic types of home equity loans:
Skip Instructions
2. Home Equity loan
Goto OTHLOAN
A loan where (you/your household) received the entire lump-sum
borrowed when (you/your household) took out the loan; or
A line of credit loan where (you/your household) can increase the
amount borrowed by simply writing a check or using a special
credit card.
Which type more closely describes this new home equity loan?
03A1
03A1
03A1
OTHLOAN
PURPROP
PCODE
OTHLOAN
PURPROP
PCODE
1. Lump sum home equity loan
2. Line of credit home equity loan
Did you have any other new mortgages or home equity loans for (property description)?
1:
Goto HEQUITY for the next row
1. Yes
2. No
2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto S3A1_CHK1
(Other than the Sample Unit which you recently acquired/ ) (since/Since) the first of (reference
month), (have/has) (you/your household) purchased or otherwise acquired any property or real
estate?
1:
1. Yes
2. No
9
What kind of property(ies) is this new property or real estate?
Goto PCODE
2,DK,RF:
Goto 3A1_END
if 1 selected then goto NPROP2
if 2 selected then goto CK_PCODE
if 3 selected then goto NPROP6
if 4 selected then goto NPROP4
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
03A1
NPROP2
NPROP2
1. Other homes, vacation homes, recreational properties including timeshares
2. Commercial real estate or farm land
3. Homes rented out or owned only for investment purposes
4. Land with no buildings on it
9
? [F1]
IF (Section 3A1 has been completed) and (the FR
attempts to lower the entry then goto CK_NPROP2
How many other homes, vacation homes or recreational properties , including timeshares?
Exclude right-to-use timeshares, vacation clubs, or destination clubs.
ELSEIF 3 selected in PCODE then goto NPROP6
ELSEIF 4 selected in PCODE then goto NPROP4
ELSE goto S3A1_END
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
03A1
NPROP6
NPROP6
03A1
NPROP4
NPROP4
How many homes rented out or owned only for investment purposes?
How many were land with no buildings on it?
03A2
S3_INTRO
S3_INTRO
Now I am going to ask about owned living quarters and other owned real estate.
03A2
OTHERHOM
OTHERHOM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
Since the first of (reference month), (have/has) (you/your household)
lived in any other home that (you/you or any members of your household) still (own/owns)?
Skip Instructions
9 ?F1
IF (Section 3A1 has been completed) and (the FR
attempts to lower the entry then goto CK_NPROP4
ELSE goto S3A1_END
Goto BSECT3A2 Block
1:
Goto NOPROP
2,DK,RF:
03A2
NOPROP
NOPROP
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
Goto BUSPROP3
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND (the FR
attempts to lower the entry) then goto CK_NOPROP
ELSEIF ENTRY gt 5 then goto ERR1_NOPROP
ELSE goto BUSPROP3
03A2
03A2
BUSPROP3
RESBUSPR
BUSPROP3
RESBUSPR
(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any commercial real estate or farm land?
1. Yes
2. No
(In the following questions, please do not include any of the commercial properties (you/your
household) (own/owns) only for business or investment purposes.)
Goto RESBUSPR
1:
Goto RES_NUM
2,DK,RF:
Goto SECHOME
(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any homes rented out or owned for investment purposes?
03A2
RES_NUM
RES_NUM
03A2
SECHOME
SECHOME
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
(In the following questions, please do not include any of the properties (you/your household)
(own/owns) only for business or investment purposes)
(Other than the property you have already mentioned./ )
(Do/Does/do/does) (you/your household) own any other homes, vacation homes,
or recreational properties, including timeshares?
Goto SECHOME
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto SEC_NUM
Goto NOBUILD
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Exclude right-to-use timeshares, vacation clubs, or destination clubs.
03A2
SEC_NUM
SEC_NUM
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND (the FR
attempts to lower the entry) then goto CK_SECNUM
ELSEIF ENTRY gt 5 then goto ERR1_SECNUM
03A2
NOBUILD
NOBUILD
Other than property you have already mentioned, (do/does)
(you/your household) own any land without buildings on it?
ELSE goto NOBUILD
1:
Goto BUILDNUM
2,DK,RF:
03A2
BUILDNUM
BUILDNUM
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
Goto NOLONGER
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND (the FR attempts to
lower the entry) then goto CK_BUILDNUM
ELSEIF ENTRY gt 5 then goto ERR1_BUILDNUM
03A2
NOLONGER
NOLONGER
Since the first of (reference month), did (you/your household) own any
properties that (you/your household) no longer (own/owns)?
ELSE goto NOLONGER
1:
Goto NUMPRPTY
2,DK,RF: Goto S3A2_END
03A2
NUMPRPTY
NUMPRPTY
03A2
P_TYPE
P_TYPE
1. Yes
2. No
How many different properties?
7
? [F1]
What type of (property was it/properties were they)?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
1. A home in which (you/your household) used to live
2. Other homes, vacation homes, recreational properties including timeshares
1-20: IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND (the FR
attempts to lower the entry) then goto CK_NUMPRPTY
ELSEIF ENTRY gt 5 then goto ERR1_NUMPRPTY
ELSE goto P_TYPE
DK,RF:
Goto S3A2_END
1-5: IF NUMPRTY = DK or RF then goto S3A2_END
If 1 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY is greater than 1
then goto HWMANY1
If only 1 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY = 1 then
goto S3A2_END
If 2 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY is greater than 1
then goto HWMANY2
If only 2 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY = 1 then
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3. Commercial real estate or farm land
4. Homes rented out or owned only for investment purposes
5. Land with no buildings on it
goto S3A2_END
If 3 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY is greater than 1
then goto HWMANY3
If only 3 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY = 1 then
goto S3A2_END
If 4 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY is greater than 1
then goto HWMANY4
If only 4 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY = 1 then
goto S3A2_END
If 5 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY is greater than 1
then goto HWMANY5
If only 5 selected in P_TYPE and NUMPRPTY = 1 then
goto S3A2_END
03A2
HWMANY1
HWMANY1
How many homes in which (you/your household) used to live did (you/your household) dispose
of since (reference month)?
RF:
Goto S3A2_END
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND
lower the entry) then goto CK_HWMANY1
(the FR attempts to
ELSEIF 2 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY2
ELSEIF 3 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY3
ELSEIF 4 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY4
ELSEIF 5 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY5
03A2
HWMANY2
HWMANY2
How many other homes, vacation homes, recreational properties, or timeshares did (you/your
household) dispose of since (reference month)?
ELSE goto S3A2_CHK
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND
lower the entry) then goto CK_HWMANY2
(the FR attempts to
03A2
HWMANY3
HWMANY3
How many commercial real estate or farm land properties did (you/your household) dispose of
since (reference month)?
03A2
HWMANY4
HWMANY4
How many homes rented out or owned only for investment purposes did (you/your household)
dispose of since (reference month)?
ELSEIF 3 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY3
ELSEIF 4 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY4
ELSEIF 5 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY5
ELSE goto S3A2_CHK
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND
(the FR attempts to
lower the entry) then goto CK_HWMANY3
ELSEIF 4 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY4
ELSEIF 5 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY5
ELSE goto S3A2_CHK
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND
(the FR attempts to
lower the entry) then goto CK_HWMANY4
How many land properties with no buildings on them did (you/your household) dispose of
since (reference month)?
ELSEIF 5 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY5
ELSE goto S3A2_CHK
IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND
(the FR attempts to
lower the entry) then goto CK_HWMANY5
03A2
HWMANY5
HWMANY5
ELSE goto S3A2_CHK
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
03B
WHICH_PROP
WHICH_PROP
(Now I am going to ask about your (owned properties/next property) )
1:
Goto CK_WHICHPROP
2-5:
Goto PROPDESC
Enter type of property
03B
PROPDESC
03B
TIMESHAR
PROPDESC
TIMESHAR
1. Sample unit
2. (Former home/ )
3. (Other home, vacation home, or recreational property including timeshares / )
4. (Homes rented out or owned only for investment purposes / )
5. (Land with no buildings on it / )
(Now I'm going to ask some questions about your Sample Unit.)
("* Briefly describe the (property type).)
30 characters: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto TIMESHAR
ELSEIF OWNYB = 600 then goto COUNTRY
ELSE goto SHARED2
(* Press Enter to continue./* Enter 888 to delete this property.)
888:
? [F1]
1: Goto SHARWKS
Is this a time-sharing arrangement where (you/your household) (have/has) use of the property
only for a specified length of time each year?
2,DK,RF: Goto SHARED2
Goto next property
03B
SHARWKS
SHARWKS
1. Yes
2. No
How many weeks are (you/your household) entitled to use your timeshare each year?
03B
SHARED1
SHARED1
(Do/Does) (you/your household) own the timeshare with anyone else outside your household?
2,DK,RF: Goto COUNTRY
1-16, DK, RF: Goto SHARED1
17-52: Goto ERR1_SHARWKS
1:
Goto SHARPER1
03B
SHARPER1
SHARPER1
1. Yes
2. No
What percent of the timeshare (do/does) (you/your household) own?
03B
SHARED2
SHARED2
(Do/Does) (you/your household) share ownership of the property with anyone else?
1:
1. Yes
2. No
What percentage of the property (do/does) (you/your household) own?
2,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto COUNTRY
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 and NEWCU ne 1 AND OWNYB
ne 100 then goto STILOWNB
ELSE goto BSNSEXP
IF OWNYB = 300 then goto COUNTRY
03B
SHARPER2
SHARPER2
Goto COUNTRY
Goto SHARPER2
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND NEWCU ne 1 AND OWNYB ne 100
then goto STILOWNB
ELSE goto BSNSEXP
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Tag Name
Variable Name
03B
COUNTRY
COUNTRY
Question Text
Ask if not apparent
If this is a timeshare with multiple locations, select the most often used location.
Where is the property located?
03B
STATE
STATE
1. United States
2. Foreign Country
? F1
03B
CNTYCODE
CNTYCODE
Enter the two character State abbreviation
What county is the property located in?
If the county name is not found, key X.
03B
OTHCNTY
OTHCNTY
Specify other county
Skip Instructions
1:
Goto STATE
2,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND NEWCU ne 1 and OWNYB ne
100 then goto STILOWNB
ELSEIF OWNYB ne 600 then goto BSNSEXP
ELSE goto S3B_END
Goto CNTYCODE
30 characters,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND NEWCU ne 1 AND
OWNYB ne 100 then goto STILOWNB
ELSEIF OWNYB ne 600 then goto BSNSEXP
ELSE goto S3B_END
X: Goto OTHCNTY
IF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND NEWCU ne 1 AND OWNYB ne 100 then
goto STILOWNB
ELSEIF OWNYB ne 600 then goto BSNSEXP
03B
STILOWNB
STILOWNB
Ask if not apparent
ELSE goto S3B_END
IF OWNYB = 600 then goto S3B_END
ELSE goto BSNSEXP
Do you still own this property?
03B
BSNSEXP
BSNSEXP
1. Yes
2. No
(Are/Were) any of the expenses for this property deducted as a farm, rental, or business
expense?
1:
Goto OBSNSZB
2,DK,RF:
03B
OBSNSZB
OBSNSZB
03B
BSNEXP2
BSNEXP2
03B
ACQUIRYR
ACQUIRYR
1. Yes
2. No
What percent of the expenses for this property (is/was) deducted? Include the portion used for
business, farming, or rented to someone outside the household.
Is any part of this property you own rented to someone outside your household or used for
business?
1. Yes
2. No
In what year did (you/your household) close or settle on this property?
IF OWNYB = 100 then goto BSNEXP2
ELSE goto ACQUIRYR
1-99,DK,RF:
Goto ACQUIRYR
100:
Goto ERR2_OBSNSZB
Goto ACQUIRYR
1900-9999:
If entry = current or previous year,
goto ACQUIRMO
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Else goto ANPROPTX
03B
ACQUIRMO
ACQUIRMO
In what month did (you/your household) close or settle on this property?
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
03B
GIFTPROP
GIFTPROP
Was this property received as a gift or inheritance?
DK, RF:
goto ANPROPTX
1-12: IF ACQUIRMO and ACQUIRYR are in the future, then goto
CK_ACQUIRMO
ELSEIF ACQUIRMO/ACQUIRYR are within the reference
period then goto GIFTPROP
ELSE goto ANPROPTX
DK,RF: Goto ANPROPTX
1,DK,RF:
2:
03B
OWN_PURX
OWN_PURX
1. Yes
2. No
7 ? [F1]
What was the total price paid for (this/the) property, not including
closing costs?
Goto ANPROPTX
Goto OWN_PURX
0-99999999: IF [(OWNYB = 100-300 and OWN_PURX lt 1500 or
gt 485000) OR
(OWNYB = 400 and OWN_PURX lt 100 or gt
250000) ] then goto ERR1_OWNPURX
ELSE goto CLOSECST
03B
CLOSECST
CLOSECST
7
? [F1]
About how much were the closing costs?
03B
OWNDPMTX
OWNDPMTX
What was the amount of the down payment?
03B
ANPROPTX
ANPROPTX
What (are/were) the annual property taxes for (this/the) property?
DK, RF: goto CLOSECST
0-99999999: IF CLOSECST gt OWN_PURX then goto
CK_CLOSECST
ELSEIF CLOSECST gt 17000 then goto
ERR1_CLOSCST
ELSE goto OWNDPMTX
DK,RF: Goto OWNDPMTX
0-99999999: IF gt OWN_PURX then goto CK_OWNDPMTX
ELSEIF OWNDPMTX gt 185000 then goto
ERR1_OWNDPMTX
ELSE goto ANPROPTX
DK,RF:
Goto ANPROPTX
IF (ne DK or RF) AND [(OWNYB = 100 and ANPROPTX gt 15000)
OR (OWNYB = 200 and ANPROPTX gt 8000) OR (OWNYB = 300
and ANPROPTX gt 7000) OR (OWNYB = 400 and ANPROPTX gt
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3000) ]
then goto ERR1_ANPROPTX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 400 then goto S3B_END
ELSEIF OWNYB ne 400 AND NOT (OWNYB = 100 AND
SECT01.BUILDING (from Section 1C) = 1, 9 , 10) then goto
PROPTYPE
03B
PROPTYPE
PROPTYPE
Ask if not apparent.
If respondent doesn't know or refuses select pre-code 3.
ELSE goto S3B_END
Goto S3B_END
(Was/Is) this property a -
03D
DISPMTHD
DISPMTHD
1. Condominium
2. Cooperative
3. Something else
You said (you/your household) no longer (own/owns) your (property description).
Did (you/your household) sell it, give it to someone outside your household, or do
something else with it?
1,2,DK,RF:
3:
Goto DISPYR
Goto DISPOTH
1. Sold the property or traded the property in
2. Gave it to someone outside household
3. Something else, other - specify
03D
DISPOTH
DISPOTH
03D
DISPYR
DISPYR
03D
DISPMO
DISPMO
Specify:
Goto DISPYR
In what year did (you/your household) (sell( trade) this property/give this property to someone
outside your CU/dispose of this property)?
In what month did (you/your household) (sell( trade) this property/give this property to someone
outside your CU/dispose of this property)?
Goto DISPMO
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
ELSEIF DISPMTHD = 1 AND (DISPMO and DISPYR are within the
reference period then goto DISPX
IF DISPMO and DISPYR not within the reference period then
goto ERR3_DISPMO
ELSE goto S3D_END
IF intnmbr = 1 THEN
IF ((DISPMO = last_monthnum) OR (DISPMO =
cur_monthnum)) AND ((DISPYR = Currentyear) OR (DISPYR =
(Currentyear - 1))) OR ((DISPMO = nterviewdate.MONTH) AND
(DISPYR = Currentyear)) THEN do NOT display the error
ELSE Display the error message
ELSEIF intnmbr greater than 1 THEN {If it is not the first interview}
IF Cur_monthnum = 1 THEN {Current Month is January}
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Variable Name
Question Text
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IF DISPMO = 1 AND DISPYR = (Currentyear) THEN
{Disposed of January of this year} do NOT display the error
ENDIF
IF (DISPMO = 10-12) AND DISPYR = (Currentyear - 1)
THEN {Disposed of Oct, Nov, Dec of last year} do NOT display the
error
ENDIF
ELSEIF Cur_monthnum = 2 THEN {Current Month is February}
IF (DISPMO = 1 or 2) AND DISPYR = (Currentyear) THEN
{Disposed of in Jan or Feb of this year} do NOT display the error
ENDIF
IF (DISPMO = 11 or 12) AND DISPYR = (Currentyear - 1)
THEN {Disposed of in Nov or Dec of last year} do NOT display the
error
ENDIF
ELSEIF Cur_monthnum = 3 THEN {Current Month is March}
IF (DISPMO = 1-3) AND DISPYR = (Currentyear) THEN
{Disposed of in Jan or Feb of this year} do NOT display the error
ENDIF
IF DISPMO = 12 and DISPYR = (Currentyear - 1) THEN
{Disposed of in Dec of last year} do NOT display the error
ENDIF
ELSEIF
{Disposed of betweent the ref_month and current month of
this year}
( ( (DISPMO >= ref_monthnum) AND (DISPMO <=
cur_monthnum) ) AND (DISPYR = Currentyear) ) OR {Disposed
of this month and this year} ( (DISPMO = Interviewdate.MONTH)
AND (DISPYR = Currentyear) ) THEN do NOT display the error
ELSE Display the error message
03D
DISPX
DISPX
03D
DISPEXPX
DISPEXPX
03E
PRESMORT
PRESMORT
What was the selling price (trade-in value)?
7
? F1
Here is a list of some of the costs people may have when selling
(trading) property. Looking at the list may help you remember
what (your/your household's) expenses were. What were (your/your household's)
total expenses in selling (trading) this property?
Now I am going to ask about mortgages for your (property description).
Excluding home equity loans, (and reverse mortgages/
), (do/does) (you/your household)
presently have a mortgage on your (property description)?
IF ENTRY lt 750 or gt 399900 AND (ne DK or RF) then
goto ERR1_DISPX
ELSE goto DISPEXPX
0-99999999: IF ENTRY 28000 then goto ERR1_DISPEXPX
ELSEIF DISPEXPX gt DISPX then goto
CK_DISPEXPX
ELSE goto S3D_END
DK,RF: Goto S3D_END
1:
Goto NUMMORT1
2,DK,RF: Goto HADMORT
1. Yes
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Variable Name
Question Text
03E
NUMMORT1
NUMMORT1
How many mortgages (have/has) (you/your household) had on this
property since the first of (reference month)?
03E
HADMORT
HADMORT
(Have/Has) (you/your household) had a mortgage on this property
since the first of (reference month)?
Skip Instructions
2. No
IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND (the FR attempts to lower
the entry) then goto CK_NUMMORT1
ELSE goto HOMEQ_YN
1:
Goto NUMMORT2
2,DK,RF: Goto HOMEQ_YN
03E
NUMMORT2
NUMMORT2
03E
MRTCPSHA
MRTCPSHA
03E
NUMMORT3
NUMMORT3
03E
HOMEQ_YN
HOMEQ_YN
03E
LSHEL_YN
LSHEL_YN
1. Yes
2. No
How many mortgages (have/has) (you/your household) had on this
property since the first of (reference month)?
Since the first of (reference month), in addition to (your/your household's) share of the
cooperative's total costs, did (you/your household) make payments on a mortgage
that was obtained from an outside lender for (your/your household's) shares
in the cooperative?
1. Yes
2. No
How many mortgages (have/has) (you/your household) had on this
property since the first of (reference month)?
(Do/Does) (you/your household) have a home equity loan or any
other loan which gives the lender claim on this property in case
the loan is not repaid?
1. Yes
2. No
(There are two basic types of home equity loans. I'll describe both types. - A loan where
(you/your household) received the entire lump-sum borrowed when (you/your household) took
out the loan; or - A line of credit loan where (you/your household) can increase the amount
borrowed by simply writing a check or using a special credit card. / )
IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND (the FR attempts to lower
the entry) then goto CK_NUMMORT2
ELSE goto HOMEQ_YN
1:
Goto NUMMORT3
2,DK,RF: Goto HOMEQ_YN
IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND (the FR attempts to lower
the entry) then goto CK_NUMMORT3
ELSE goto HOMEQ_YN
1:
Goto LSHEL_YN
2,DK,RF:
1:
Goto S3E_END
Goto NUMLSHEL
2,DK,RF:
Goto LCHEL_YN
(Have/Has) (you/your household) had a lump sum home equity loan on
this property since the first of (reference month)?
03E
NUMLSHEL
NUMLSHEL
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND (the FR attempts to lower
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
the entry) then goto CK_NUMLSHEL
03E
LCHEL_YN
LCHEL_YN
03E
NUMLCHEL
NUMLCHEL
03F
ORG_INTR
ORG_INTR
(Have/Has) (you/your household) had a line of credit
home equity loan on this property since the first of
(reference month)?
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
Now I will ask some questions about your (1st/2nd/3rd/etc.) (mortgage/lump sum home equity
loan).
These questions refer to the (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) you are currently making
payments on.
1. Continue
2. Delete the loan
What was the amount of the (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) when (you/your household)
first obtained it, not including any interest?
ELSE goto LCHEL_YN
1:
Goto NUMLCHEL
2,DK,RF: Goto S3E_END
IF (section 3E has been completed) AND (the FR attempts to lower
the entry) then goto CK_NUMLCHEL
ELSE goto S3E_END
1:
Goto ORGMRTX
2:
Goto S3FG_END
03F
ORGMRTX
ORGMRTX
03F
FRSTPYYR
FRSTPYYR
In what year did (you/your household) make the first payment
on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?
ELSE goto FRSTPYYR
1900-9999: IF gt 2010 or lt 1970 then goto ERR1_FRSTPYYR
ELSE goto FRSTPYMO
03F
FRSTPYMO
FRSTPYMO
In what month did (you/your household) make the first payment
on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?
DK,RF:
Goto FRSTPYMO
IF FRSTPYYR and FRSTPYMO are gt (current month + 2 and
year) then goto CK_FRPSTYMO
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
IF (ORGMRTX ne DK or RF) AND [ (OWNYB = 100 and
ORGMRTX lt 5000 or gt 315000) OR (OWNYB = 200 and
ORGMRTX lt 3000 or gt 350000) OR (OWNYB = 300 and
ORGMRTX lt 3000 or gt 400000) OR (OWNYB = 400 and
ORGMRTX lt 1000 or gt 124900) ] then goto ERR1_ORGMRTX
ELSE MTERM
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
03F
MTERM
MTERM
Is this a 30 year (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan), a 15 year
(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan), or something else?
1:
IF current year - FRSTPYYR gt 30 then goto CK_S3FG
ELSE goto NEWMRRT
1. 30-year
2. 15-year
3. Something else
2:
IF current year - FRSTPYYR gt 15 then goto CK_S3FG
ELSE goto NEWMRRT
3:
Goto MORTTERM
03F
MORTTERM
MORTTERM
03F
NEWMRRT
NEWMRRT
Enter number of years
What is the current interest rate on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?
DK,RF:
Goto NEWMRRT
1-50: IF (current year - FRSTPYYR) gt MORTTERM then goto
CK_S3FG]
ELSEIF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 30 then goto ERR1_MORTTERM
ELSE goto NEWMRRT
DK,RF: Goto NEWMRRT
IF ENTRY lt 4 or gt 14 AND (ne DK or RF) then
goto ERR1_NEWMRRT
Enter percent including decimal
03F
FIXEDRTE
03F
PAYTYPE
FIXEDRTE
PAYTYPE
Is this a fixed rate (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?
1. Yes
2. No
There are many different kinds of (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)(s).
Which of these comes closest to (yours/ your household's)?
ELSE goto FIXEDRTE
1:
Goto PAYINCL
2,DK,RF:
Goto PAYTYPE
IF FIXEDRTE = 2 AND PAYTYPE = 1 then goto CK_PAYTYPE
ELSEIF 3 is selected then goto PAYTOTHF
Read each item on list
Mark all that apply, separate with commas
ELSE goto PAYINCL
1. Variable or adjustable rate of interest (ARM)
2. Interest only
3. Other - specify
03F
PAYTOTHF
03F
PAYTOTHF
Specify:
Goto PAYINCL
PAYINCL
8
IF 1 and 2 were not selected then goto CK_PAYINCL
[F1]
On (your/your household's) last payment, which of these things were included?
Read each item on list
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
1. Principal
2. Interest
3. Property taxes
4. Property insurance
5. Mortgage guarantee insurance
ELSEIF 6 selected then goto PAYOTHF
ELSEIF FIXEDRTE = 1 then goto MRTPMTX
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 then goto PAYMTX1
ELSE goto PAYMTX3
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
6. Any other payments-specify
77. Don't know
03F
PAYOTHF
PAYOTHF
Specify:
IF FIXEDRTE = 1 then goto MRTPMX
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 then goto PAYMTX1
03F
MRTPMTX
MRTPMTX
How much is (your/your household's) (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) payment per
month?
03F
PRININTX
PRININTX
How much of that amount was for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
03F
PAYMTX1
PAYMTX1
How much was (your/your household's) payment on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity
loan) in (reference month)?
03F
PRNINTX1
PRNINTX1
How much of that amount was for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
03F
PAYMTX2
PAYMTX2
How much was (your/your household's) payment on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)
in (month)?
03F
PRNINTX2
PRNINTX2
How much of that amount was for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
ELSE goto PAYMTX3
1-99999999: IF MRTPMTX gt ORGMRTX then goto
CK_MRTPMTX
ELSEIF entry lt 125 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_MRTPMTX
ELSEIF any codes 3-6 are selected in PAYINCL
then goto PRININTX
ELSE goto S3FG_END
DK,RF: IF any codes 3-6 are selected in PAYINCL then goto
PRININTX
ELSE goto S3FG_END
0-99999999:
IF PRININTX gt MRTPMTX then goto
ERR_PRININTX
ELSEIF entry lt 75 or gt 2500 then goto
ERR1_PRININTX
ELSE goto S3FG_END
DK,RF:
Goto S3FG_END
0: Goto PAYMTX2
1-99999999,DK,RF: IF entry lt 125 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_PAYMTX1
ELSEIF any codes 3-6 selected in PAYINCL
then goto PRNINTX1
ELSE goto PAYMTX2
0-99999999: IF PRNINTX1 gt PAYMTX1 then goto
CK_PRNINTX1
ELSEIF entry lt 75 or gt 2500 then goto
ERR1_PRNINTX1
ELSE goto PAYMTX2
DK,RF:
Goto PAYMTX2
0: Goto PAYMTX3
1-99999999,DK,RF: IF entry lt 125 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_PAYMTX2
ELSEIF any codes 3-6 selected in PAYINCL
then goto PRNINTX2
ELSE goto PAYMTX3
0-99999999: IF PRNINTX2 gt PAYMTX2 then goto
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ERR_PRNINTX2
ELSEIF entry lt 75 or gt 2500 then goto
ERR1_PRNINTX2
ELSE goto PAYMTX3
03F
PAYMTX3
PAYMTX3
How much was (your/your household's) payment on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)
in (last month)?
03F
PRNINTX3
PRNINTX3
How much of that amount is for (principal / interest/principal and interest)?
03H
PAIDLOAN
PAIDLOAN
(I'd like to ask some questions about (your/your CUs) line of credit home equity (loan/laons).)
Since the first of (reference month), (have/has) (you/your household)
made any payments for (your/your household's) (this loan/1st/2nd/3rd/etc.)?
DK,RF:
Goto PAYMTX3
0,DK,RF: Goto S3FG_END
1-99999999: IF entry lt 125 or gt 2700 then goto
ERR1_PAYMTX3
ELSEIF any codes 3-6 selected in PAYINCL then goto
PRNINTX3
ELSE goto S3FG_END
0-99999999: IF PRNINTX3 gt PAYMTX3 then goto
CK_PRNINTX3
ELSEIF PRNINTX3 lt 75 or gt 2500 then goto
ERR1_PRNINTX3
ELSE goto S3FG_END
DK,RF:
Goto S3FG_END
1:
Goto PDAMTX1
2,DK,RF:
888:
03H
PDAMTX1
PDAMTX1
1. Yes
2. No
888. Delete this loan
What was the total amount paid in (reference month)?
Goto TOTOWED
Goto next loan
1-99999999: IF (OWNYB = 100 and PDAMTX1 lt 15 or gt 6000)
OR (OWNYB = 200-400 and PDAMTX1 lt 35 or gt 35000) then
goto ERR1_PDAMTX1
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TOTOWED
ELSE goto PDAMTX2
0,DK,RF:
03H
PDAMTX2
PDAMTX2
What was the total amount paid in (month)?
03H
PDAMTX3
PDAMTX3
What was the total amount paid in (last month)?
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TOTOWED
ELSE goto PDAMTX2
1-99999999: IF (OWNYB = 100 and PDAMTX2 lt 15 or gt 6000)
OR (OWNYB = 200-400 and PDAMTX2 lt 35 or gt 35000) then
goto ERR1_PDAMTX2
ELSE goto PDAMTX3
0,DK,RF: Goto PDAMTX3
1-99999999: IF (OWNYB = 100 and entry lt 15 or gt 6000) OR
(OWNYB = 200-400 and entry lt 15 or gt 6000) then goto
ERR1_PDAMTX3
ELSE goto TOTOWED
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
03H
TOTOWED
TOTOWED
How much was owed before the last payment?
03I
MORTSPEC
MORTSPEC
Now I'm going to ask about other ownership costs
for your (property description).
Skip Instructions
0,DK,RF:
Goto TOTOWED
0-99999999: IF (OWNYB = 100 and entry lt 165 or gt 104400)
OR (OWNYB = 200-400 and entry lt 2000 or gt 100000) AND (entry
ne 0 )then goto ERR1_TOTOWED
ELSEIF (entry lt PDAMTX3 AND (PDAMTX3 ne DK
and ne RF)) OR (INTNMBR = 1 and entry lt PDAMTX1 AND
(PDAMTX1 ne DK and ne RF)) then goto CK_TOTOWED
ELSE goto S3H_END
DK,RF:
Goto S3H_END
1:
Goto SPECIALX
2,DK,RF: Goto GRNDRENT
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
paid more than the amount required on any mortgage or
lump sum home equity loan for this property?
03I
SPECIALX
SPECIALX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount that (you/your household) paid extra?
03I
SPECLXCM
SPECLXCM
How much of that amount was paid this month?
03I
GRNDRENT
GRNDRENT
(Now I'm going to ask about ownership costs for your (property description)/ )
DK,RF:
Goto GRNDRENT
1:
Goto GRNDRNTX
Since the first of (reference month), (have/has) (you/your household) made any payments for
ground or land rent
for (property description)?
2,DK,RF: If PROPTYPE = 1 then goto PAYCONDO
If PROPTYPE = 2 then goto COOPRG3
If PROPTYPE = 3 then goto PAYHOASS
03I
GRNDRNTX
GRNDRNTX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount paid?
1-99999999:
IF lt 8 or gt 14000 then goto ERR1_SPECIALX
ELSE goto SPECLXCM
DK,RF:
Goto GRNDRENT
0-99999999: IF SPECLXCM lt 5 or gt 1762 then goto
ERR1_SPECLXCM
ELSEIF SPECLXCM gt SPECIALX then goto
CK_SPECLXCM
ELSE goto GRNDRENT
1-99999999: IF GRNDRNTX lt 45 or gt 2465 then goto
ERR1_GRNDRNTX
ELSE goto GRNDRTCX
DK,RF:
IF PROPTYPE = 1 then goto PAYCONDO
If PROPTYPE = 2 then goto COOPRG3
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
03I
GRNDRTCX
GRNDRTCX
How much of that amount was paid this month?
0-99999999: IF GRNDRTCX = 1- 5 or gt 759 then goto
ERR1_GRNDRTCX
ELSEIF GRNDRTCX gt GRNDRNTX then goto
CK_GRNDRTCX
ELSEIF PROPTYPE = 1 then goto PAYCONDO
ELSEIF PROPTYPE = 2 then goto COOPRG3
ELSE goto PAYHOASS
If PROPTYPE = 3 then goto PAYHOASS
DK,RF:
03I
PAYHOASS
PAYHOASS
(Do/Does) (you/your household) make regular payments to
a homeowner's association?
1:
IF PROPTYPE = 1 then goto PAYCONDO
IF PROPTYPE = 2 then goto COOPRG3
IF PROPTYPE = 3 then goto PAYHOASS
Goto HORCORG
2,DK,RF:
03I
PAYCONDO
PAYCONDO
1. Yes
2. No
(Are/Is) (you/your household) required to make regular payments
of condominium fees for general maintenance or management services?
1:
Goto HORCORG
2,DK,RF:
03I
COOPRG3
COOPRG3
1. Yes
2. No
8 ? [F1]
Now I'd like to ask you about payments (you/your household) (make/makes) directly to the
cooperative for (your/your household's) share of its costs.
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
made any payments for any of the following things -
12,RF:
1-11,77:
Goto SPCLPAY2
Goto SPCLPAY2
Goto SPCLPAY1
IF 11 selected then goto CORGOTH
ELSE goto MGOTHERX
Read each item on the list
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Enter 12 for no payments made
1. Repayment of loans owed by cooperative
2. Property taxes
3. Property insurance
4. Management
5. Repairs or maintenance, including lawn care or snow removal
6. Improvements
7. Recreational including swimming, golf or tennis facilities
8. Security including guards or alarm systems
9. Utilities such as gas, electricity, water, heat
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Variable Name
Question Text
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10. Trash collection
11. Other
12. No payments made
77. Don't know
03I
CORGOTH
CORGOTH
Specify:
Goto MGOTHERX
03I
HORCORG
HORCORG
8 ? [F1]
1-11,77:
Which of the following services and privileges were included in
those payments?
Read each item on the list.
Enter all that apply---separate with commas.
IF 11 selected then goto HORGOTH
ELSEIF there is at least one loan of LOANTYPE = 1 on
this property then goto MGOTHER
ELSE goto MGOTHERX
RF:
Goto SPCLPAY2
1. Management
2. Repairs or maintenance, including lawn care or snow removal
3. Improvements
4. Utilities such as gas, electricity, water, heat
5. Parking
6. Recreational including swimming, golf, or tennis facilities
7. Security including guards or alarm systems
8. Maid services
9. Medical services
10. Trash collection
11. Other
77. Don't Know
03I
HORGOTH
HORGOTH
03I
MGOTHER
MGOTHER
Specify:
Since the first of (reference month), have you made ANY regular payments for
these services?
IF at least one loan of LOANTYPE = 1 for this property then goto
MGOTHER
ELSE goto MGOTHERX
1,DK,RF: Goto MGOTHERX
2:
03I
MGOTHERX
MGOTHERX
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), how much (have/has) (you/your household) paid for these
services?
IF PROPTYPE = 2 then goto SPCLPAY1
ELSE goto SPCLPAY2
1-99999999: IF OWNYB = 100 and MGOTHERX lt 10 or gt 2100
then goto ERR1_MGOTHERX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 200-400 and MGOTHERX lt 5 or
gt 2610 then goto ERR1_MGOTHERX
ELSE goto MGOTHRCX
0,DK,RF:
03I
MGOTHRCX
MGOTHRCX
How much of that amount was paid this month?
IF PROPTYPE = 2 then goto SPCLPAY1
ELSE goto SPCLPAY2
0-99999999: IF OWNYB = DK or RF and MGOTHRCX = 1-5 or gt
11000 then goto ERR1_MGOTHRCX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 100 and MGOTHRCX = 1-5 or gt
870 then goto ERR1_MGOTHRCX
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Variable Name
Question Text
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ELSEIF OWNYB = 200-400 and MGOTHRCX = 1-5
or gt 635 then goto ERR1_MGOTHRCX
ELSEIF MGOTHRCX gt MGOTHERX then goto
CK_MGOTHRCX
ELSEIF PROPTYPE = 2 then goto SPCLPAY1
ELSE goto SPCLPAY2
DK,RF:
03I
SPCLPAY1
SPCLPAY1
8 ? [F1]
(Have/Has) (you/your household) made any SPECIAL payments to
a management service?
03I
SPCLPAY2
03I
COOPSP3
SPCLPAY2
COOPSP3
1. Yes
2. No
8
? [F1]
1:
IF PROPTYPE = 2 then goto SPCLPAY1
ELSE goto SPCLPAY2
Goto COOPSP3
2,DK,RF:
1:
Goto ASSESSMT
Goto HOCOSP3
(Have/Has) (you/your household) made any SPECIAL payments to a management service?
2,DK,RF: Goto ASSESSMT
1. Yes
2. No
8
IF 11 is selected then goto COSPOTH
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), what services were provided?
ELSE goto SPECLX
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
1. Rapyment of loans owed by the cooperative
2. Property taxes
3. Property insurance
4. Management
5. Repairs or mantainence, including lawn care or snow removal
6. Improvements
7. Recreational including swimming, golf, or tennis facilitieds
8. Security including guards or alarm systems
9. Utilities such as gas, electricity, water, heat
10. Trash collection
11. Other
77. Don't Know
03I
COSPOTH
COSPOTH
Specify:
Goto SPECLX
03I
HOCOSP3
HOCOSP3
8
IF 11 is selected then goto HOSPOTH
? [F1]
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Since the first of (reference month), what services were provided?
ELSE goto SPECLX
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
1. Management
2. Repairs or maintenance, including lawn care or snow removal
3. Improvements
4. Utilities such as gas, electricity, water, heat
5. Parking
6. Recreational including swimming, golf, or tennis facilities
7. Security including guards or alarm systems
8. Maid services
9. Medical services
10. Trash collection
11. Other
77. Don't Know
03I
HOSPOTH
HOSPOTH
03I
SPECLX
SPECLX
Since the first of (reference month), how much were these
special payments?
03I
SPECLCX
SPECLCX
How much of that amount was paid this month?
03I
ASSESSMT
ASSESSMT
Since the first of (reference month) (have/has) (you/your household) paid any special
assessments to a local government for construction or repair of roads, sidewalks, or other
things like that?
03I
ASSESSX
ASSESSX
Specify:
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount paid?
Goto SPECLX
1-99999999:
IF SPECLX gt 6600 then goto ERR1_SPECLX
ELSE goto SPECLCX
DK,RF:
Goto ASSESSMT
0-99999999: IF SPECLCX gt 2200 then goto ERR1_SPECLCX
ELSEIF SPECLCX gt SPECLX then goto
CK_SPECLCX
ELSE goto ASSESSMT
DK,RF:
Goto ASSESSMT
1:
Goto ASSESSX
2,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 100 then goto RNTEQVX
ELSEIFIF OWNYB = 300 then goto VAC_OCCQ
ELSE goto S3I_END
1-99999999:
IF ASSESSX lt 6 or gt 77000 then goto
ERR1_ASSESSX
ELSE goto ASSESSCX
DK,RF:
03I
ASSESSCX
ASSESSCX
How much of that amount was paid this month?
IF OWNYB = 100 then goto RNTEQVX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto VAC_OCCQ
ELSE goto S3I_END
0-99999999: IF ASSESSCX gt 2058 then goto
ERR1_ASSESSCX
ELSEIF ASSESSCX gt ASSESSX then goto
CK_ASSESSCX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 100 then goto RNTEQVX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto VAC_OCCQ
ELSE goto S3I_END
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
DK,RF:
03I
VAC_OCCQ
VAC_OCCQ
Since the first of (reference month), how much time did you occupy this (timeshare/property)?
Enter quantity and select period on next screen.
03I
VAC_OCCY
VAC_OCCY
Enter time period.
1. Days
2. Weeks
3. Months
4. Percent
5. Other, specify
03I
VAC_OTH
VAC_OTH
IF OWNYB = 100 then goto RNTEQVX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto VAC_OCCQ
ELSE goto S3I_END
0,DK,RF: IF TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 2, DK or RF then goto
VAC_SEC
ELSEIF TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 1 then goto TIME_RNT
ELSE goto S3I_END
1-150:
Goto VAC_OCCY
1-4,DK,RF: IF TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 2, DK or RF then goto
VAC_SEC
ELSEIF TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 1 then goto
TIME_RNT
ELSE goto S3I_END
5:
Goto VAC_OTH
IF TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 2, DK or RF then goto VAC_SEC
Specify:
ELSEIF TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 1 then goto TIME_RNT
03I
VAC_SEC
VAC_SEC
Since the first of (reference month), was this property either rented by someone outside your
household or available to be rented?
ELSE goto S3I_END
1:
Goto VAC_RNTQ
2,DK,RF: Goto RNTEQVX
03I
VAC_RNTQ
VAC_RNTQ
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), how much time was this property rented by someone outside
your household?
0,DK,RF: Goto VAC_AVAQ
1-150:
Goto VAC_RNTY
Enter quantity and select period on next screen.
03I
VAC_RNTY
VAC_RNTY
Enter time period.
1-4,DK,RF:
5:
Goto VAC_AVAQ
Goto VAC_ROTH
1. Days
2. Weeks
3. Months
4. Percent
5. Other, specify
03I
VAC_ROTH
VAC_ROTH
03I
VAC_AVAQ
VAC_AVAQ
Specify:
Since the first of (reference month), how much time was this property available to be rented?
Goto VAC_AVAQ
0,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ELSE goto S3I_END
Enter quantity and select period on next screen.
03I
VAC_AVAY
VAC_AVAY
Specify
1. Days
2. Weeks
3. Months
4. Percent
5. Other, specify
03I
VACAOTH
VACAOTH
03I
RNTEQV2X
RNTEQV2X
03I
RENTPERD
RENTPERD
Specify
If someone were to rent this home today, how much do you think it would rent for?
Ask if not already stated.
What period of time does this rental amount cover?
1-150:
Goto VAC_AVAY
1-4,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X
ELSE goto S3I_END
5:
Goto VAC_AOTH
IF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X
ELSE goto S3I_END
IF (RNTEQV2X lt 200 or gt 800) AND (ne DK and ne RF) then
goto ERR1_RNTEQV2X
ELSE goto RENTPERD
1-3,DK,RF: Goto RENTUTIL
4:
Goto RNPEROTH
1. Week
2. Month
3. Quarter
4. Other specify
03I
RNPEROTH
RNPEROTH
03I
RENTUTIL
RENTUTIL
Does this amount include utilities?
RNTEQVX
1. Yes
2. No
If someone were to rent this (entire property/home) today, (including part of the property
currently being used for business, farming, or rented, ) how much do you think it
would rent for monthly, unfurnished and without utilities?
03I
RNTEQVX
03I
PROPVALX
PROPVALX
Specify:
About how much do you think this property would sell for on today's market?
Goto RENTUTIL
Goto PROPVALX
1-999999: IF (OWNYB = 100 and RNTEQVX lt 300 or gt 3000)
OR (OWNYB = 200 and RNTEQVX lt 200 or gt 4000) OR (OWNYB
= 300 and RNTEQVX lt 200 or gt 8000) then goto
ERR1_RNTEQVX
ELSEIF OWNYB = 100 OR (OWNYB = 300 AND
TIMESHAR (from 3B) = 2, D or R then goto PROPVALX
ELSE goto S3I_END
DK,RF:
IF OWNYB = 100 OR (OWNYB = 300 AND TIMESHAR
(from 3B) = 2, DK or RF then goto PROPVALX
ELSE goto S3I_END
0-99999999: IF OWNYB = 100 and PROPVALX lt 1000 or gt
600000 OR (OWNYB = 300 and PROPVALX lt 3000 or gt 800000)
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
then goto ERR1_PROPVALX
ELSE goto S3I_END
03I
TIME_RNT
TIME_RNT
Since the first of (reference month), did you rent this timeshare to someone outside your
household?
1. Yes
2. No
If you were to rent this timeshare today to someone else, instead of using it yourself, how much
would it rent for weekly?
03I
RNTEQV3X
RNTEQV3X
03I
PRPVAL2X
PRPVAL2X
If you were able to sell this timeshare, about how much do you think it would sell for on today's
market?
03
ANYRENT
ANYRENT
Since the first of (reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household) rented any
houses, apartments, or
temporary living quarters NOT used entirely for business or vacation?
DK,RF:
Goto S3I_END
Goto RNTEQV3X
1-99999: IF OWNYB = 300 and RNTEQV3X lt 200 or gt 8000
then goto ERR1_RNTEQV3X
ELSE goto PRPVAL2X
DK,RF: Goto PRPVAL2X
0-99999999: IF OWNYB = 300 and PRPVL2X lt 3000 or gt
800000 then goto ERR1_PRPVL2X
ELSE goto S3I_END
DK,RF:
Goto S3I_END
1:
IF INTNMBR = 2-5 then goto RENTX1
ELSE goto RENTX3
2,DK,RF:
Goto Section 4
Do NOT include college or university regulated housing.
02
RENTX1
RENTX1
1. Yes
2. No
What was your total rental payment for (reference month) for this unit?
Include any extra charges for garage or parking facilities, but do not
include direct payments by local, state or federal agencies.
02
RENTX2
RENTX2
What was the total rental payment for (month) for this unit?
DK,RF:
Goto RENTX2
0-9999999: IF RENTX2 gt 3000 then goto ERR1_RENTX2
ELSE goto RENTX3
02
RENTX3
RENTX3
What was your total rental payment for (last month) for this unit?
DK,RF:
Goto RENTX3
0-9999999: IF RENTX3 gt 3000 then goto ERR1_RENTX3
ELSE goto RTELECT
RTELECT
(Include any extra charges for garage or parking facilities, but do not include direct payments by
local, state, or federal agencies./ )
6
02
RTELECT
0-9999999:
IF RENTX1 gt 3000 then goto ERR1_RENTX1
ELSE goto RENTX2
DK,RF:
Goto RTELECT
Goto RTGAS
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Electricity?
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02
Tag Name
RTGAS
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
RTGAS
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTWATER
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . . Gas?
02
RTWATER
RTWATER
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTHEAT
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Piped in water?
02
RTHEAT
RTHEAT
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTTRASH
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . . Heating?
02
RTTRASH
RTTRASH
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTPARK
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Trash/garbage collection?
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
02
RTPARK
RTPARK
Question Text
6
Skip Instructions
Goto RTASPAY
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Garage and parking facilities?
02
RTTELEPH
RTTELEPH
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTTVCABL
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Telephone services?
02
RTTVCABL
RTTVCABL
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTINTRNT
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Television services?
02
RTINTRNT
RTINTRNT
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTFUNSH
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Internet services?
02
RTFUNSH
RTFUNSH
1. Yes
2. No
6
Goto RTASPAY
Repeat if necessary
Does the rental payment include the cost of . . . Furniture?
1. Yes
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
02
RTASPAY
RTASPAY
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any reduced or free rent for
this unit as a form of pay since the first of (reference month)?
2. No
1:
Goto RTCOMPX
2,DK,RF: Goto RTBSNS
02
RTCOMPX
RTCOMPX
1. Yes
2. No
What is the current monthly rental charge to another tenant for a similar unit?
02
REGRNTX
REGRNTX
What is your regular rental payment?
02
RTBSNS
RTBSNS
Is any portion of this unit used for your own business?
RTBSNSZ
RTBSNSZ
What percent of the rental payment is counted as a business expense?
Enter to the nearest whole percent.
02
RENTCONT
02
MORERNT
DK,RF:
Goto REGRNTX
0-999999:
IF REGRNTX gt 1463 then goto ERR1_REGRNTX
ELSE goto RTBSNS
DK,RF:
1:
Goto RTBSNS
Goto RTBSNSZ
2,DK,RF: IF STLRENT = 2 AND RTASPAY = 2 then goto
CK_RTBSNS
ELSEIF PSU = 06037, 06073, 06075, 06087, 06097,
11001, 24021, 24043, 34003, 34013, 34017, 34023, 34027, 34031,
34037, 36005, 36047, 36059, 36061, 36081, 36085, 36087, 36103,
36119, then goto RENTCONT
ELSE goto MORERNT
1. Yes
2. No
02
0-999999: IF RTCOMPX lt 100 or gt 1550 then goto
ERR1_RTCOMPX
ELSE goto REGRNTX
RENTCONT
Is this unit under rent control?
MORERNT
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
rented any other houses, apartments, or temporary living
quarters NOT used entirely for business or vacation?
1-99,DK,RF: IF PSU = 06037, 06073, 06075, 06087, 06097,
11001, 24021, 24043, 34003, 34013, 34017, 34023, 34027, 34031,
34037, 36005, 36047, 36059, 36061, 36081, 36085, 36087, 36103,
36119 then goto RENTCONT
ELSE goto MORERNT
100: Goto ERR2_RTBSNSZ
Goto MORERNT
1:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto RENTX3
ELSE goto RENTX1
2,DK,RF:
Goto S2_END
Do NOT include college or university regulated housing.
1. Yes
2. No
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
04A
S4A_INTRO
S4A_INTRO
Question Text
9
Skip Instructions
Goto TELEBILL
Now I am going to ask about bills for telephone services. Please refer to any billing statements
or other records you have when answering these questions. Please remember to include any
bills you receive or pay online or have automatically deducted. Report any telephone bill
you have received, even if the bill has not been paid.
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TELEBILL
04A
PREVCOMP
TELEBILL
PREVCOMP
1. Enter 1 to Continue
9 ? [F1]
1:
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) received
any bills for telephone services, including cellular and Voice Over IP? Do not include bills for
telephones used entirely for business purposes.
2,DK,RF: Goto S4A_END
1. Yes
2. No
What is the name of the company which provides the service?
1-20:
Goto TELBSNS
55:
Goto TELCOMP
888:
Goto TELOTH
1. 8500.TELCOMP[1]
2. 8500.TELCOMP[2]
3. 8500.TELCOMP[3]
4. 8500.TELCOMP[4]
5. 8500.TELCOMP[5]
6. 8500.TELCOMP[6]
7. 8500.TELCOMP[7]
8. 8500.TELCOMP[8]
9. 8500.TELCOMP[9]
10. 8500.TELCOMP[10]
11. 8500.TELCOMP[11]
12. 8500.TELCOMP[12]
13. 8500.TELCOMP[13]
14. 8500.TELCOMP[14]
15. 8500.TELCOMP[15]
16. 8500.TELCOMP[16]
17. 8500.TELCOMP[17]
18. 8500.TELCOMP[18]
19. 8500.TELCOMP[19]
20. 8500.TELCOMP[20]
55. Company name not listed
IF any 8500.TELCOMP = 1-20 then goto
TblPhone.BSection4A.PREVCOMP
ELSE goto TblPhone.BSection4A.TELCOMP
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
04A
TELCOMP
TELCOMP
(What is the name of the company which provides the service?/"* Enter company name)
888: Goto TELOTH
04A
TELBSNS
TELBSNS
Will any of the charges be deducted as a business expense?
All others, goto TELBSNS
1:
Goto TELBSNZ
888. Delete the line
Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TELBSNZ
TELBSNZ
1. Yes
2. No
What percentage will be deducted?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TELCHGX1
TELCHGX1
How much were you billed for in (reference month)?
Do not include any unpaid charges from a previous billing period.
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TELCHGX2
TELCHGX2
How much were you billed for in (month)?
Do not include any unpaid charges from a previous billing period.
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TELCHGX3
TELCHGX3
How much were you billed for in (last month)?
Do not include any unpaid charges from a previous billing period.
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
2,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TELCHGX3
ELSE goto TELCHGX1
1-99,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TELCHGX3
ELSE goto TELCHGX1
100:
1-999999: IF entry lt 7 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_TELCHGX1
ELSE goto TELCHGX2
0,DK,RF:
1-999999:
0,DK,RF:
BILPERD
BILPERD
What is your usual billing period for this service?
Goto TELCHGX2
IF entry lt 7 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_TELCHGX2
ELSE goto TELCHGX3
Goto TELCHGX3
1-999999: IF entry lt 7 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_TELCHGX3
ELSEIF TELCHGX1 = 0 OR TELCHGX2 = 0 then goto
BILPERD
ELSE goto TYPETEL
0:
04A
Goto CK_TELBSNZ
Goto BILPERD
DK,RF: IF TELCHGX1 = 0 OR TELCHGX2 = 0 then goto
BILPERD
ELSE goto TYPETEL
Goto TYPETEL
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
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Section
04A
Tag Name
TYPETEL
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
TYPETEL
1. Month
2. 2 Months
3. Quarter
4. Annual
5. Other
What types of telephone services did the bill include?
Goto TELTEMP
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Read each item on list.
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TELTEMP
TELTEMP
1. Residential Service including Voice over IP
2. Mobile or Cellular Service including prepaid
9 ? [F1]
Which of the following telephone service items were included in the bill(s)?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Read each item on list.
[fill:
Do not include data plans for mobile phones in 1. Internet service]
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TINTNTX1
TINTNTX1
0. None
1. Internet service (including broadband, DSL and dial-up)
2. Cable or satellite television service
3. Applications, games, or ringtones
77. Misc Combined (Unable to specify/ DK)
How much of the (reference month) charges were for internet access?
(* Do not include data plans for mobile phones/ )
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TINTNTX2
TINTNTX2
How much of the (month) charges were for internet access?
(* Do not include data plans for mobile phones/ )
0,77: IF 0 only or 77 only then goto TELOTH
ELSEIF 0 is selected with another option then goto
CK_TELTEMP
1:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TINTNTX3
ELSE goto TINTNTX1
2:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TCABLEX3
ELSE goto TCABLEX1
3:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto TAPPGMX3
ELSE goto TAPPGMX1
DK,RF:
Goto TELOTH
1-999999: IF TINTNTX1 lt 5 OR gt 60 then goto
ERR1_TINTNTX1
ELSEIF TINTNTX1 gt TELCHGX1 then goto
CK_TINTNTX1
ELSE goto TINTNTX2
0,DK,RF: Goto TINTNTX2
1-999999: IF TINTNTX2 lt 5 or gt 60 then goto ERR1_TINTX2
ELSEIF TINTNTX2 gt TELCHGX2 then goto
CK_TINTNTX2
ELSE goto TINTNTX3
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TINTNTX3
TINTNTX3
How much of the (last month) charges were for internet access?
(* Do not include data plans for mobile phones/ )
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TCABLEX1
TCABLEX1
How much of the (reference month) charges were for cable or satellite television service?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TCABLEX2
TCABLEX2
How much of the (month) charges were for cable or satellite television service?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TCABLEX3
TCABLEX3
How much of the (last month) charges were for cable or satellite television service?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
Skip Instructions
0,DK,RF:
Goto TINTNTX3
1-999999: IF TINTNTX3 lt 5 or gt 60 then goto ERR1_TINTNTX3
ELSEIF TINTNTX3 gt TELCHGX3 then goto
CK_TINTNTX3
ELSEIF 2 selected in TELTEMP AND INTNMBR = 1
then goto TCABLEX3
ELSEIF 2 selected in TELTEMP then goto TCABLEX1
ELSEIF 3 selected in TELTEMP AND INTNMBR = 1
then goto TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF 3 selected in TELTEMP then goto TAPPGMX1
ELSE goto TELOTH
0,DK,RF: IF 2 selected in TELTEMP AND INTNMBR = 1 then
goto TCABLEX3
ELSEIF 2 selected in TELTEMP then goto TCABLEX1
ELSEIF 3 selected in TELTEMP AND INTNMBR = 1 then
goto TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF 3 selected in TELTEMP then goto TAPPGMX1
ELSE goto TELOTH
1-999999: IF TCABLEX1 lt 5 or gt 90 then goto
ERR1_TCABLEX1
ELSEIF TCABLEX1 gt TELCHGX1 then goto
CK_TCABLEX1
ELSEIF (TCABLEX1 + TINTNTX1) gt TELCHGX1 then
goto CK2_TCABLEX1
ELSE goto TCABLEX2
0,DK,RF: Goto TCABLEX2
1-999999: IF TCABLEX2 lt 5 or gt 90 then goto
ERR1_TCABLEX2
ELSEIF TCABLEX2 gt TELCHGX2 then goto
CK_TCABLEX2
ELSEIF TCABLEX2 + TINTNTX2 gt TELCHGX2 then
goto CK2_TCABLEX2
ELSE goto TCABLEX3
0,DK,RF:
Goto TCABLEX3
1-999999: IF TCABLEX3 lt 5 or gt 90 then goto
ERR1_TCABLEX3
ELSEIF TCABLEX3 gt TELCHGX3 then goto
CK_TCABLEX3
ELSEIF TCABLEX3 + TINTNTX3 gt TELCHGX3 then
goto CK2_TCABLEX3
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 1 AND 3 selected in TELTEMP
then goto TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF 3 selected in TELTEMP then goto TAPPGMX1
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ELSE goto TELOTH
04A
TAPPGMX1
TAPPGMX1
How much of the (reference month) charges were for applications, games, or ringtones?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04A
TAPPGMX2
TAPPGMX2
How much of the (month) charges were for applications, games, or ringtones?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
0,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 1 AND 3 selected in TELTEMP then
goto TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF 3 selected in TELTEMP then goto TAPPGMX1
ELSE goto TELOTH
1-999999:
IF TAPPGMX1 gt 30 then goto ERR1_ TAPPGMX1
ELSEIF TAPPGMX1 gt TELCHGX1 then goto
CK_TAPPGMX1
ELSEIF TAPPGMX1 + TINTNTX1 gt TELCHGX1 then
goto CK2_TAPPGMX1
ELSEIF TAPPGMX1 + TCABLEX1 gt TELCHGX1
then goto CK3_ TAPPGMX1
ELSEIF TAPPGMX1 + TCABLEX1 + TINTNTX1 gt
TELCHGX1 then goto CK4_ TAPPGMX1
ELSE goto TAPPGMX2
0,DK,RF:
1-999999:
Goto TAPPGMX2
IF TAPPGMX2 gt 30 then goto ERR1_ TAPPGMX2
ELSEIF TAPPGMX2 gt TELCHGX2 then goto CK_
TAPPGMX2
ELSEIF TAPPGMX2 + TINTNTX2 gt TELCHGX2 then
goto CK2_TAPPGMX2
ELSEIF TAPPGMX2 + TCABLEX2 gt TELCHGX2 then
goto CK3_TAPPGMX2
ELSEIF TAPPGMX2 + TCABLEX2 + TINTNTX2 gt
TELCHGX2 then goto CK4_TAPPGMX2
ELSE goto TAPPGMX3
0,DK,RF:
04A
TAPPGMX3
TAPPGMX3
How much of the (last month) charges were for applications, games, or ringtones?
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
1-999999: IF TAPPGMX3 gt 30 then goto ERR1_TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF TAPPGMX3 gt TELCHGX3 then goto
CK_TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF TAPPGMX3 + TINTNTX3 gt TELCHGX3 then
goto CK2_TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF TAPPGMX3 + TCABLEX3 gt TELCHGX3 then
goto CK3_TAPPGMX3
ELSEIF TAPPGMX3 + TCABLEX3 + TINTNTX3 gt
TELCHGX3 then goto CK4_TAPPGMX3
ELSE goto TELOTH
0,DK,RF:
04A
TELOTH
TELOTH
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any other bills for telephones not
used entirely for business purposes?
Goto TAPPGMX3
Goto TELOTH
1:
IF row number = 20 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSEIF any 8500.TELCOMP = 1-20 then goto PREVCOMP,
next line of grid
ELSE goto TELCOMP, next line of grid
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Description Amount1
Amount2 Amount3
(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)
04B
FONCARD
FONCARD
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your
household) purchased any pre-paid long distance telephone cards/minutes, not already
reported?
04B
FONCARDX
FONCARDX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount paid?
04B
FONCRDCX
FONCRDCX
How much of the total was paid this month?
04C
S4C_INTRO
S4C_INTRO
Skip Instructions
2:
1:
Goto S4A_END
Goto FONCARDX
2,DK,RF: Goto S4B_END
1-9999: IF FONCRDX lt 5 or gt 300 then goto
ERR1_FONCARDX
ELSE goto FONCRDCX
DK,RF:
Goto FONCRDCX
0-9999: IF FONCRDCX lt 5 or gt 100 then goto
ERR1_FONCRDCX
ELSEIF FONCRDCX gt FONCARDX then goto
CK_FONCRDCX
ELSE goto S4B_END
DK,RF:
Goto S4B_END
Goto TblInterservexpend.BSection04C.UTI_ITEM
10
Now I am going to ask about cable and satellite TV service, satellite radio service, and internet
service expenditures.
Expense Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
04C
UTI_ITEM
UTI_ITEM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
10 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household) had any
expenses for . . .
1-4:
99:
888:
Read each item on list.
Goto INTDESC
Ggoto S4C_END
IF no more grid lines then goto S4C_END
ELSE goto UTI_ITEM - next line of grid
1. Cable or satellite TV services, not already reported?
2. Satellite radio services, not already reported?
3. Internet connection or an internet service provider, not already reported?
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Section
04C
Tag Name
INTDESC
04C
INTMO
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
INTDESC
4. Internet services away from home such as web cafes or internet kiosks?
99. None/ no more entries
888. Delete the line
What was the expense for?
Goto INTMO
INTMO
Expense Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
In what month was the expense?
Enter 13 for same amount each month of the reference period
Expense Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
04C
INTCHGX
INTCHGX
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. Same amount each month.
(What was your monthly expense?/How much was this expense?)
Expense
Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
04C
INTCMB_S
INTCMB_S
Enter 'C' for combined expenses.
Expense
Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
04C
INTCMB
INTCMB
10
? [F1]
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF INTMO is not in then
reference period then goto ERR3_INTMO
ELSE goto INTCHGX
13,DK,RF:
Goto INTCHGX
1-999999: IF (UTI_ITEM = 1 and INTCHGX lt 8 or INTCHGX gt
150) OR (UTI_ITEM = 2 and INTCHX lt 5 or INTCHGX gt 500) or
(UTI_ITEM = 3 and INTCHGX lt 5 or INTCHGX gt 100) or
(UTI_ITEM = 4 and INTCHGX lt 1 or INTCHGX gt 50) then goto
ERR1_INTCHGX
ELSEIF INTSERV and entry in INTCHGX are equal to any
records data on the pre-chart/input file AND (that prechart records
INTMO does not equal 13) then goto ERR_DUP
ELSE goto INTCMB_S
DK,RF: Goto INTCMB_S
C:
Goto INTCMB
EMPTY:
Goto INTMORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or 'empty' is entered then goto CK_C
Goto INTMORE
What was (Description) combined with?
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Expense
Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
04C
INTMORE
INTMORE
1. Cable or satellite TV services
2. Satellite radio services
3. Internet connection or an internet service provider
4. Internet services away from home such as web cafes or internet kiosks
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you have any other expenses for (Description)?
Expense
Amount Month
(INTSERV) (INTCHGX) (INTMO)
04D
S4D_INTRO
S4D_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
10
1:
IF row number = 40 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto UTI_ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF: Goto UTI_ITEM, next line of grid
Goto UTC_ITEM
Now I am going to ask about utility bills. Please refer to any billing statements or other records
you have when answering these questions. Please remember to include any bills you receive or
pay online or have automatically deducted. Report any utility bill you have received, even if the
bill has not been paid.
Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
04D
UTC_ITEM
UTC_ITEM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
10 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) received
any bills for any of the following utilities, fuels, or services? Do not include bills for properties
used entirely for business.
1-9:
Goto WHATPROP
99:
Goto S4D_END
888:
Goto next line on grid
Read each item on list:
1. Electricity
2. Natural or utility gas
3. Fuel oil
4. Bottled or tank gas
5. Other fuels including wood
6. Piped-in water and sewerage maintenance
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Section
04D
Tag Name
WHATPROP
Variable Name
Question Text
WHATPROP
7. Garbage and recycling collection
8. Water softening service
9. Septic tank cleaning
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
Which property was the bill for?
04D
UTLPDESC
UTLPDESC
1. Prop_display[1]
2. Prop_display[2]
3. Prop_display[3]
4. Prop_display[4]
5. Prop_display[5]
6. Prop_display[6]
7. Prop_display[7]
8. Prop_display[8]
9. Prop_display[9]
10. Prop_display[10]
11. Prop_display[11]
12. Prop_display[12]
13. Prop_display[13]
14. Prop_display[14]
15. Prop_display[15]
16. Prop_display[16]
17. Prop_display[17]
18. Prop_display[18]
19. Prop_display[19]
20. Prop_display[20]
40. Prop_display[40]
41. Prop_display[41]
42. Rented vacation Property
43. Property not owned or rented by household
Briefly describe the property.
04D
LASTCOMP
LASTCOMP
What is the name of the company or government agency which provides (utility description)?
Skip Instructions
1-20,40: IF entry greater than the number of owned properties or
deleted properties are selected. (PROPDESC = 888 OR
OPB_STAT = 3 from section 3) then goto CK_WHATPROP
ELSEIF UTC_ITEM = 1-3, 6-7 and no data in any
8500.COMPNAME [1]-[40] then goto COMPNAME
ELSEIF UTC_ITEM = 1-3, 6-7 and any data in
8500.COMPNAME [1]-[40] then goto LASTCOMP
ELSE goto UTILBUSN
41,42,43,DK,RF: Goto UTLPDESC
IF UTC_ITEM = 1-3, 6-7 AND no data in any 8500.COMPNAME
[1]-[40] then goto COMPNAME
ELSEIF UTC_ITEM = 1-3, 6-7 and any data in 8500.COMPNAME
[1]-[40] then goto LASTCOMP
ELSE goto UTILBUSN
1-20: Goto UTILBUSN
55:
Goto COMPNAME
1. Comp_display[1]
2. Comp_display[2]
3. Comp_display[3]
4. Comp_display[4]
5. Comp_display[5]
6. Comp_display[6]
7. Comp_display[7]
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Section
04D
Tag Name
COMPNAME
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
COMPNAME
8. Comp_display[8]
9. Comp_display[9]
10. Comp_display[10]
11. Comp_display[11]
12. Comp_display[12]
13. Comp_display[13]
14. Comp_display[14]
15. Comp_display[15]
16. Comp_display[16]
17. Comp_display[17]
18. Comp_display[18]
19. Comp_display[19]
20. Comp_display[20]
55. Company name not listed
What is the name of the company or government agency which provides (utility description)?
Goto UTILBUSN
Prop #
Property Description Company Name Utility
Amount
Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDE SC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
04D
UTILBUSN
UTILBUSN
Will any part of the (utility description)
charges be deducted as a business expense?
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto UTLCHGX3
ELSE goto UTLCHGX1
Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
04D
UTLCHGX1
UTLCHGX1
1. Yes
2. No
How much were you billed for in (reference month)?
Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
04D
UTLCHGX2
UTLCHGX2
How much were you billed for in (month)?
Prop #
Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
1-999999: IF (UTILY = 100 and UTLCHGX1 lt 15 or UTLCHGX1
gt 500) OR (UTILY = 110 and UTLCHGX1 lt 8 or UTLCHGX1 gt
500)OR (UTILY = 130 and UTLCHGX1 lt 34 or UTLCHGX1 gt
722) OR (UTILY = 150 and UTLCHGX1 lt 7 or UTLCHGX1 gt 600)
OR (UTILY = 180 and UTLCHGX1 lt 19 or UTLCHGX1 gt 700) OR
(UTILY = 205 and UTLCHGX1 lt 6 or UTLCHGX1 gt 250) OR
(UTILY = 210 and UTLCHGX1 lt 6 or UTLCHGX1 gt 150) OR
(UTILY = 270 and UTLCHGX1 lt 7 or UTLCHGX1 gt 106) OR
(UTILY = 280 and UTLCHGX1 lt 5 or UTLCHGX1 gt 600) then goto
ERR1_UTLCHGX1
ELSE goto UTILCHGX2
0,DK,RF: Goto UTILCHGX2
1-999999: IF (UTILY = 100 and UTLCHGX2 lt 15 or UTLCHGX2
gt 500) or (UTILY = 110 and UTLCHGX2 lt 8 or UTLCHGX2 gt 500)
or (UTILY = 130 and UTLCHGX2 lt 34 or UTLCHGX2 gt 722) or
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
04D
UTLCHGX3
UTLCHGX3
Skip Instructions
(COMPNAME)
(UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
How much were you billed for in (last month)?
Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
(UTILY = 150 and UTLCHGX2 lt 7 or UTLCHGX2 gt 600) or (UTILY
= 180 and UTLCHGX2 lt 19 or UTLCHGX2 gt 700) or (UTILY = 205
and UTLCHGX2 lt 6 or UTLCHGX2 gt 250) or (UTILY = 210 and
UTLCHGX2 lt 6 or UTLCHGX2 gt 150) or (UTILY = 270 and
UTLCHGX2 lt 7 or UTLCHGX2 gt 106) or (UTILY = 280 and
UTLCHGX2 lt 5 or UTLCHGX2 gt 600) then goto ERR1_
UTLCHGX2
ELSE goto UTILCHGX3
0,DK,RF:
Goto UTILCHGX3
1-999999: IF (UTILY = 100 and UTLCHGX3 lt 15 or UTLCHGX3 gt
500) or (UTILY = 110 and UTLCHGX3 lt 8 or UTLCHGX3 gt 500)
or (UTILY = 130 and UTLCHGX3 lt 34 or UTLCHGX3 gt 722) or
(UTILY = 150 and UTLCHGX3 lt 7 or UTLCHGX3 gt 600) or
(UTILY = 180 and UTLCHGX3lt 19 or UTLCHGX3 gt 700) or
(UTILY = 205 and UTLCHGX3 lt 6 or UTLCHGX3 gt 250) or
(UTILY = 210 and UTLCHGX3 lt 6 or UTLCHGX3 gt 150) or
(UTILY = 270 and UTLCHGX3 lt 7 or UTLCHGX3 gt 106) or
(UTILY = 280 and UTLCHGX3 lt 5 or UTLCHGX3 gt 600) then goto
ERR1_UTLCHGX3
ELSEIF UTLCHGX1 = 0 OR UTLCHGX2 = 0 then goto
BLPERIOD
ELSE goto UTILCMB_S
0: Goto BLPERIOD
04D
BLPERIOD
BLPERIOD
What is your usual billing period for the service?
DK,RF: Goto UTILCMB_S
1-4,DK,RF: Goto UTILCMB_S
5:
Goto BLPEROTH
Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
1. Month
2. 2 months
3. Quarter
4. Annual
5. Other
04D
BLPEROTH
BLPEROTH
Specify:
Goto UTILCMB_S
Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility Amount Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
04D
UTILCMB_S
UTILCMB_S
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
C:
Goto UTILCMB
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
EMPTY: Goto MOREBILL
04D
UTILCMB
UTILCMB
10
? [F1]
IF anything other than a 'C' or empty is entered then
goto CK_C
Goto MOREBILL
What other utilities, fuels, or services was (utility description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Prop #
Property Description Company Name Utility
Amount
Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
04D
MOREBILL
05
S5_INTRO
MOREBILL
S5_INTRO
1. Electricity
2. Natural or utility gas
3. Fuel oil
4. Bottled or tank gas
5. Other fuels including wood
6. Piped-in water and sewerage maintenance
7. Garbage and recycling collection
8. Water softening service
9. Septic tank cleaning
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you receive any other (utility description) bills?
1:
Prop #
Property Description Company Name Utility Amount
Month
(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC)
(COMPNAME) (UTILY) (UTLCHGX)(BILLMO)
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
11
Goto BBLOCKA.ITEM
IF ROW number = 40 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto UTC_ITEM, next line of grid
IF ROW number = 40 then goto S4D_END
ELSE goto UTC_ITEM, next line of grid
Now I am going to ask about expenses for construction, repairs, alterations and maintenance of
property.
Prop. Description Work Desc.
(PRP5DESC)
(WRKDESC)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
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Variable Name
05
CRB_ITEM
ITEM
Question Text
11
? [F1]
Skip Instructions
1-19:
Goto CRMPROPI
SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
95:
Goto next row
First, let's talk about the construction or alteration of property you (owned/rent/own or
rent). (You should not include jobs that have been or will be totally reimbursed by someone
outside your household such as a landlord./ )
99:
Goto ADVMATER
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto ADVMATER
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
had expenses for Read each item on list.
SCREEN 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Now, let's talk about maintenance and repairs for property you (owned/rent/own or rent). (You
should not include jobs that have been or will be totally reimbursed by someone outside your
household such as a landlord./ )2
Read each item on list.
SCREEN 3 - - -------------------------------------Have there been any expenses for any other property, such as property that you do not
(owned/rent/own or rent),
paid for by (you/you or any members of your household)?
If Yes Which type of job were those expenses for?
1. (Homes under construction including a vacation home or second home?/Homes under construction)
2. (Building an addition)
3. (Finishing a basement or an attic or enclosing a porch?/Finishing a basement, etc.)
4. (Remodeling one or more rooms in the house?/Remodeling)
5. (Landscaping the ground or planting new shrubs or trees?/Landscaping)
6. (Building outdoor patios, etc)
7. (Repairing outdoor patios, etc)
8. (Painting or wallpapering)
9. (Plastering or paneling)
10. (Plumbing or water heating installations or repairs? /Plumbing)
11. (Electrical work?/Electrical work)
12. (Heating or air conditioning jobs?/Heating or air conditioning)
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Variable Name
Question Text
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13. (Flooring install/repair/replace)
14. (Insulation?/Insulation)
15. (Roofing, gutters or downspouts?/Roofing, gutters or downspouts)
16. (Siding?/Siding)
17. (Installation, repair, or replacement of window panes, screens, storm doors, awnings, and the
like?/Install/repair/replace windows, etc)
18. (Masonry, brick or stucco work?/Masonry, brick or stucco)
19. (Other improvements or repairs?/other improvements or repairs)
95. Continue List
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
05
CRMPROPI
CRMPROPI
On which property was the work done?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
PRP5DESC
PRP5DESC
1. property[1]
2. property [2]
3. property [3]
4. property [4]
5. property [5]
6. property [6]
7. property [7]
8. property [8]
9. property [9]
10. property [10]
11. property [11]
12. property [12]
13. property [13]
14. property [14]
15. property [15]
16. property [16]
17. property [17]
18. property [18]
19. property [19]
20. property [20]
97. property [21]
98. property [22]
99. Property not owned or rented by household
Briefly describe the property.
1-20:
IF entry gt total number of properties then goto
CK_CRMPROPI
ELSE goto WRKDESC
97:
Goto WRKDESC
98,99,DK,RF:
Goto PRP5DESC
Goto WRKDESC
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
05
WRKDESC
WRKDESC
What work was done?
IF ITEM = 1, 3 or 5 then goto S5BCMB_S
ELSEIF ITEM = 2, 4, 6 or 8 then goto TEMPCODE
ELSE goto CRMTYPE
The description should be adequate to classify "alteration", "repair", etc., and to identify in next
interview.
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CRMTYPE
CRMTYPE
Enter the appropriate job classification code.
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
2. Alteration
3. Replacement
4. Maintenance and repair
05
TEMPCODE
TEMPCODE
Enter the appropriate detailed job code.
2:
IF ITEM = 9, 12, 14, or 16 then goto S5BCMB_S
ELSE goto TEMPCODE
3:
IF ITEM = 9, 11-12, 16, 18, or 19 then goto S5BCMB_S
ELSE goto TEMPCODE
4:
IF ITEM = 10-11, 16, 18, or 19 then goto S5BCMB_S
ELSE goto TEMPCODE
DK,RF: Goto TEMPCODE
Goto S5BCMB_S
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
1. (Bathroom/Bathroom remodeling/Driveways and walkways added or improved/Painting, interior or
exterior (also includes varnish, sealant, lacquer, and waterproofing/Bathroom plumbing fixtures/Security
system/Plumbing fixtures/Carpet/Other alterations to structure/Complete re-roofing/
2. (Fences/Kitchen/Kitchen remodeling/Fences added or improved/Wallpaper (also includes combination
of painting and wallpapering/Other, such as drywall patching/Kitchen plumbing fixtures/Garage door
opener/
3. (Other/Patios and terraces/Bedrooms, family rooms, general purpose rooms, basement, etc./Kitchen
and bathroom remodeling/Detached building/Other plumbing alterations/Other electrical/Septic
tank/Other flooring including wood, slate, marble, or concrete/Kitchen cabinets)
4. (Recreational facilities/Decks and porches/Interior restructuring of other areas /Patios and
terraces/External sprinkler systems, septic tanks, and wells added or improved/All interior water
pipes/Finish unfinished spaces)
5. (Attached garages, carports, breezeways, greenhouses, and sheds/Recreational facilities/Garage
door opener(s)/ )
6. (Any combination of 1 through 5/Other alterations to structure/ )
7. (Detached garages or carports added or improved/Recreational facilities added or improved/ )
8. (All other detached outside buildings added or improved (sheds, greenhouses, storm cellars)/Other
outside additions or alterations (boat docks, terracing, grading and filling, retaining walls/ )
9. (Patio and terraces added or improved/ )
10. (Other outside additions or alterations (boat docks, terracing, grading and filling, retaining walls)/ )
05
S5BCMB_S
S5BCMB_S
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
C:
EMPTY:
Goto S5B_COMB
Goto CONTRACT
IF any entry other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered,
then goto CK_C
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Tag Name
Variable Name
05
S5B_COMB
S5B_COMB
Question Text
11
? [F1]
Skip Instructions
Goto CONTRACT
What other work was included in this job?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
05
CONTRACT
CONTRACT
1. Homes under construction
2. Building an addition
3. Finishing a basement
4. Remodeling
5. Landscaping
6. Build outdoor patios
7. Repair outdoor patios
8. Painting/wallpapering
9. Plastering or paneling
10. Plumbing
11. Electrical work
12. Heat or air conditioning
13. Flooring installation/repair/replacement
14. Insulation
15. Roofing, gutters or downspouts
16. Siding
17. Install/Repair/Replace windows, etc
18. Masonry, brick or stucco
19. Other improvements or repairs
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you do this job yourself or did you pay someone else to do all or part of the work?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CNTRCTX3
CNTRCTX3
1. Self Only
2. Paid or contracted with someone else
3. Both
What did you pay in (reference month) to someone else for this job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CNTRCTX2
CNTRCTX2
What did you pay in (month) to someone else for this job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
1,DK,RF: Goto CRMMATER
2,3:
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto CNTRCTX1
ELSE goto CNTRCTX3
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and CNTRCTX3 gt 38715) OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and CNTRCTX3 gt 10000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and CNTRCTX3 gt 3850) then goto
ERR1_CNTRCTX3
ELSE goto CNTRCTX2
DK,RF:
Goto CNTRCTX2
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and CNTRCTX2 gt 345339)
OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and CNTRCTX2 gt 10000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and CNTRCTX2 gt 4000) then goto
ERR1_CNTRCTX2
ELSE goto CNTRCTX1
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
05
CNTRCTX1
CNTRCTX1
What did you pay in (last month) to someone else for this job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CNTRCTX0
CNTRCTX0
How much was paid this month?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CONTRCTX
CONTRCTX
Since the first of (reference month), what is the total amount you paid to someone else for this
job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
DK,RF: Goto CNTRCTX1
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and CNTRCTX1 gt 43852) OR
CRMCODEB = 110-150 and CNTRCTX1 gt 14630) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and CNTRCTX1 gt 4000) then goto
ERR1_CNTRCTX1
ELSE goto CNTRCTX0
DK,RF:
Goto CNTRCTX0
IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and CNTRCTX0 gt 14000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and CNTRCTX0 gt 6000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and CNTRCTX0 gt 2003) then goto
ERR1_CNTRCTX0
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND (CNTRCTX3 = 0 and CNTRCTX2 =
0 and CNTRCTX1 = 0 and CNTRCTX0 = 0) then goto
CK_CNTRCTX
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND (CNTRCTX3 = DK or CNTRCTX2 =
DK or CNTRCTX1 = DK or CNTRCTX0 = DK then goto
CONTRCTX
ELSEIF ITEM = 1-4, 10-12 or 19 then goto MAJ_APPL
ELSE goto CRMMATER
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and CONTRCTX gt 109445)
OR (CRMCODEB = 110-150 and CONTRCTX gt 28000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and CONTRCTX gt 8000) then goto
ERR1_CONTRCTX
ELSEIF ITEM = 1-4, 10-12 or 19 then goto MAJ_APPL
Else goto
BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROW.BROWA2.CRMMATER
DK,RF:
05
MAJ_APPL
MAJ_APPL
12
IF ITEM = 1-4, 10-12 or 19 then goto MAJ_APPL
Else goto
BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROW.BROWA2.CRMMATER
1:
Goto APP_SCR
? [F1]
Did any of the cost since (reference month) include the cost of any appliances or equipment?
2,DK,RF: Goto CRMMATER
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
1. Yes
2. No
05
APP_SCR
APP_SCR
12
? [F1]
Which of the following appliances or equipment were included?
1-13;
Goto APPL_X1
DK:
Goto CRMMATER
Enter up to six, separate with commas.
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Variable Name
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Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
APPL_X1
APPL_X1
1. Cooking stove, range, or oven
2. Microwave oven
3. Refrigerator or home freezer
4. Built-in dishwasher
5. Portable dishwasher
6. Garbage disposal
7. Clothes washer or dryer
8. Range hood
9. Smoke alarms and detectors
10. Window air conditioner
11. Portable cooling and heating equipment
12. Lamps, lighting fixtures, or ceiling fans
13. Other major home appliances and equipment
What was the total cost for (description for 1st selection)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
APPL_X2
APPL_X2
What was the total cost for (description for 2nd selection)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
APPL_X3
APPL_X3
What was the total cost for (description for 3rd selection)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
APPL_X4
APPL_X4
What was the total cost for (description for 4th selection)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
1-999999:
IF lt 5 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_APPLX1
ELSEIF there is a second selection in APP_SCR then
goto APPL_X2
ELSE goto CRMMATER
DK,RF:
IF there is a second selection in APP_SCR then goto
APPL_X2
ELSE goto CRMMATER
1-999999: IF APPL_X2 lt 5 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_APPLX2
ELSEIF there is a third selection in APP_SCR then
goto APPL_X3
ELSE goto CRMMATER
DK,RF: IF there is a third selection in APP_SCR then goto
APPL_X3
ELSE goto CRMMATER
1-999999: IF APPL_X3 lt 5 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_APPLX3
ELSEIF there is a fourth selection in APP_SCR then
goto APPL_X4
ELSE goto CRMMATER
DK,RF: IF there is a fourth selection in APP_SCR then goto
APPL_X4
ELSE goto CRMMATER
1-999999: IF APPL_X4 lt 5 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_APPLX4
ELSEIF there is a fifth selection in APP_SCR then goto
APPL_X5
ELSE goto CRMMATER
DK,RF: IF there is a fifth selection in APP_SCR then goto
APPL_X5
ELSE goto CRMMATER
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Variable Name
Question Text
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05
APPL_X5
APPL_X5
What was the total cost for (description for 5th selection)?
1-999999:
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
APPL_X6
APPL_X6
What was the total cost for (description for 6th selection)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CRMMATER
CRMMATER
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
PURCHASED any materials, supplies, tools or equipment for doing this job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
SUPPLYX3
SUPPLYX3
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) purchased for this job in (reference
month)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
SUPPLYX2
SUPPLYX2
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) purchased for this job in (month)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
SUPPLYX1
SUPPLYX1
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) purchased for this job in (last month)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
SUPPLYX0
SUPPLYX0
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) purchased for this job in (current
month)?
IF APPL_X5 lt 5 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_APPLX5
ELSEIF there is a sixth selection in APP_SCR then
goto APPL_X6
ELSE goto CRMMATER
DK,RF: IF there is a sixth selection in APP_SCR then goto
APPL_X6
ELSE goto CRMMATER
1-999999: IF APPL_X6 lt 5 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_APPLX6
ELSE goto
BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROW.ROWA2.CRMMATER
DK,RF: goto BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROW.ROWA2.CRMMATER
1:
IF INTNMBR = 2-5 then goto SUPPLYX3
ELSE goto SUPPLYX1 {Intnmbr = 1}
2,DK,RF:
Goto TOOLRENT
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and SUPPLYX3 gt 7000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and SUPPYX3 gt 2500) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and SUPPLYX3 gt 1000) then goto
ERR1_SUPPLYX3
ELSE goto SUPPLYX2
DK,RF:
Goto SUPPLYX2
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and SUPPLYX2 gt 7000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and SUPPLYX2 gt 2500) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and SUPPLYX2 gt 1000) then goto
ERR1_SUPPLYX2
ELSE goto SUPPLYX1
DK,RF:
Goto SUPPLYX1
0-999999:
IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and SUPPLYX1 gt 7000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and SUPPLYX1 gt 2500) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and SUPPLYX1 gt 1000 then goto
ERR1_SUPPLYX1
ELSE goto SUPPLYX0
DK,RF: Goto SUPPLYX0
IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and SUPPLYX0 gt 7000) or (CRMCODEB =
110-150 and SUPPLYX0 gt 2500) or (CRMCODEB = 160-300 and
SUPPLYX0 gt 1000) then goto ERR1_SUPPLYX0
Prop Description Work Desc
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Variable Name
Question Text
(WRKDESC)
Skip Instructions
(PRP5DESC)
ELSEIF (INTNMBR = 2-5 and (SUPPLYX3 = 0 and SUPPLYX2 = 0
and SUPPLYX1 = 0 and SUPPLYX0 = 0)) OR (INTNMBR = 1 and
SUPPLYX1 = 0 and SUPPLYX0 = 0) then goto CK_SUPPLYX
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 and SUPPLYX3 = D or SUPPLYX2 = D or
SUPPLYX1 = D or SUPPLYX0 = D then goto SUPPLYX
05
SUPPLYX
SUPPLYX
Since the first of (reference month), what was the total cost of all items (you/your household)
purchased for this job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
ELSE goto TOOLRENT
0-999999: IF (CRMCODEB = 100 and SUPPLYX gt 7000) OR
(CRMCODEB = 110-150 and SUPPLYX gt 2500) OR
(CRMCODEB = 160-300 and SUPPLYX gt 1000) then goto
ERR1_SUPPLYX
ELSE goto TOOLRENT
05
TOOLRENT
TOOLRENT
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) RENTED
any tools or equipment for doing this job?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
TOOLRTX3
05
TOOLRTX2
05
TOOLRTX1
05
TOOLRTX0
TOOLRTX3
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) rented for this job in (reference
month)?
TOOLRTX2
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) rented for this job in (month)?
TOOLRTX1
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) rented for this job in (last month)?
TOOLRTX0
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
What was the total cost for all items (you/your household) rented for this job in (current month)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
DK,RF:
Goto TOOLRENT
1: IF INTNMBR = 2-5 then goto TOOLRTX3
ELSE goto TOOLRTX1
2,DK,RF:
0-999999:
Goto REIMBRS
IF TOOLRTX3 gt 400 then goto ERR1_TOOLRTX3
ELSE goto TOOLRTX2
DK,RF: Goto TOOLRTX2
0-999999:
IF TOOLRTX2 gt 400 then goto ERR1_TOOLRTX2
ELSE goto TOOLRTX1
DK,RF:
Goto TOOLRTX1
0-999999:
IF TOOLRTX1 gt 400 then goto ERR1_TOOOLRTX1
ELSE goto TOOLRTX0
DK,RF:
Goto TOOLRTX0
IF TOOLRTX0 gt 400 goto ERR1_TOOLRTX0
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 and (TOOLRTX3 = D or TOOLRTX2 = D
or TOOLRTX1 = D or TOOLRTX0 = D ) then goto TOOLRTX
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-5 and (TOOLRTX3 = 0 and TOOLRTX2 = 0
and TOOLRTX1 = 0 and TOOLRTX0 = 0) then goto CK_TOOLRTX
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 1 and TOOLRTX1 = 0 and TOOLRTX0 = 0
then goto CK_TOOLRTX
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
05
TOOLRTX
TOOLRTX
Since the first of (reference month), what was the total cost for all items (you/your household)
rented for this job?
ELSE goto REIMBRS
0-999999: IF TOOLRTX gt 518 then goto ERR1_TOOLRTX
ELSE goto REIMBRS
05
REIMBRS
REIMBRS
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
Was or will any of the total cost of this job be reimbursed or paid by someone outside of your
household?
DK,RF:
Goto REIMBRS
1:
Goto REIMBRSZ
2,DK,RF:
Goto CRMBSNSD
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
REIMBRSZ
REIMBRSZ
1. Yes
2. No
What percent of the total cost was or will be reimbursed or paid by someone outside of your
household?
1-99,DK,RF: Goto CRMBSNSD
100: Goto ERR2_REIMBRSZ
05
CRMBSNSD
CRMBSNSD
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
Were or will any of these expenses for this job be deducted as a business expense?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
CRMBSNSZ
05
ANY5MORE
CRMBSNSZ
1. Yes
2. No
What percent was or will be deducted?
MORE
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
Did you have any other expenses for (description)?
Prop Description Work Desc
(WRKDESC)
(PRP5DESC)
05
ADVMATER
ADVMATER
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), excluding this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) purchased
any materials or supplies for JOBS NOT YET STARTED?
1:
Goto CRMBSNSZ
2,DK,RF:
Goto BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROWMORE
1-99,DK,RF: Exit block and goto MORE
100:
1:
Goto ERR2_CRMBSNSZ
IF ROW number = 12 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next row
2,DK,RF: Goto ITEM, next row
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto ADVDESC
Goto MATNSPEC
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
05
ADVDESC
ADVDESC
What kind of job will the materials be used for?
Goto JOBCODE
05
JOBCODE
JOBCODE
Enter a brief description.
? [F1]
Goto ADVMATX
11
Select a job type below.
05
ADVMATX
ADVMATX
05
S5ACMB_S
S5ACMB_S
05
S5A_COMB
S5A_COMB
1. Homes under construction
2. Building an addition
3. Finishing a basement
4. Remodeling
5. Landscaping
6. Build outdoor patios
7. Repair outdoor patios
8. Painting/wallpapering
9. Plastering or paneling
10. Plumbing
11. Electrical work
12. Heat or air conditioning
13. Flooring installation/repair/replacement
14. Insulation
15. Roofing, gutters or downspouts
16. Siding
17. Install/Repair/Replace windows, etc
18. Masonry, brick or stucco
19. Other improvements or repairs
What was the total cost of these materials and supplies?
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
11
? [F1]
1-999999: IF lt 8 or gt 3865 then goto ERR1_ADVMATX
ELSE goto S5ACMB_S
DK,RF:
C:
Goto S5ACMB_S
Goto S5A_COMB
Empty:
Goto MATNSPEC
IF anything other than "C" or blank is entered then goto CK_C
Goto MATNSPEC
What other work will be included in this job?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
1. Homes under construction
2. Building an addition
3. Finishing a basement
4. Remodeling
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05
Tag Name
MATNSPEC
Variable Name
MATNSPEC
05
MATNSPCX
MATNSPCX
06A
S6A_INTRO
S6A_INTRO
Question Text
5. Landscaping
6. Build outdoor patios
7. Repair outdoor patios
8. Painting/wallpapering
9. Plastering or paneling
10. Plumbing
11. Electrical work
12. Heat or air conditioning
13. Flooring installation/repair/replacement
14. Insulation
15. Roofing, gutters or downspouts
16. Siding
17. Install/Repair/Replace windows, etc
18. Masonry, brick or stucco
19. Other improvements or repairs
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Since the first of (reference month), excluding this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) purchased
any materials or supplies NOT FOR ANY SPECIFIC JOB?
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total cost?
Skip Instructions
1:
Goto MATNSPCX
2,DK,RF: Goto S5_END
1-999999:
IF lt 5 or gt 600 then goto ERR1_MATNSPCX
ELSE goto S5_END
DK,RF:
Goto S5_END
Goto BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
13
Now I am going to ask about the purchase or rental of major household appliances.
Please include any shipping and handling charges with the cost of any item that was shipped.
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX)
06A
APA_ITEM
ITEM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
13 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
purchased or rented any of the following items for your household
or for someone outside of your household?
1-8:
Goto DESCRIPTION
99:
Goto S6A_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S6A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list.
1. Microwave oven
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06A
Tag Name
MAJTYPE
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
DESCRIPTION
2. Cooking stove, range or oven
3. Range hood
4. Refrigerator or home freezer
5. Built-in dishwasher
6. Portable dishwasher
7. Garbage disposal
8. Clothes washer or dryer
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
What did you purchase (or rent/ )?
Goto WHO
Enter brief description of the item
06A
GFTC_MAJ
WHO
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
Was this item Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06A
MAJ_MO
MONTH
1. Purchased for someone inside the household?
2. (Rented?/ )
3. Purchased for someone outside your household?
When did you purchase it?
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
1,3,DK,RF: Goto MONTH
2:
Goto AMOUNT
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not in the reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
06A
MAJ_AMOUNT
AMOUNT
(What was the total rental expense since the first of (reference month) not including (current
month
Description Type
Month
Amount
1-999999: IF WHO = 1, 3, DK or RF) AND [(MAJAPPLY = 100
and AMOUNT lt 27 or gt 1915) OR (MAJAPPLY = 120 and
AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 473) OR (MAJAPPLY = 140 and AMOUNT lt
40 or gt 1822) OR (MAJAPPLY = 160 and AMOUNT lt 81 or gt
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06A
MAJTAX
TAX
Did this include sales tax?
Skip Instructions
1000) OR (MAJAPPLY = 170 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 530) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 180 and AMOUNT lt 35 or gt 450) OR (MAJAPPLY =
195 and AMOUNT lt 41 or gt 1184)OR (MAJAPPLY = 210 and
AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 600)] then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF (WHO = 2) AND (AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 362) then
goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF MAJAPPLY and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data on the pre-chart/input then
goto ERR_DUP
ELSE goto TAX
DK,RF: Goto INSTALL
Goto INSTALL
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06A
INSTALL
INSTALL
1. Yes
2. No
Were there any extra charges for installation or delivery?
Include charges for disposal of old appliances.
1:
Goto INST
2,DK,RF: Goto C
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06A
MAJINSTX
INST
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06A
MAJCMB_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
1-999999:
IF (MAJAPPLY = 100 and INST gt 800) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 120 and INST gt 250) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 140 and INST gt 275) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 160 and INST gt 200) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 170 and INST gt 50) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 180 and INST gt 400) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 195 and INST gt 50) OR
(MAJAPPLY = 210 and INST gt 50) THEN goto ERR1_INST
ELSE goto C
DK,RF: Goto C
C:
Goto COMBCODE
empty:
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered
CK_C
then goto
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Tag Name
Variable Name
06A
MAJCMB
COMBCODE
Question Text
13
? [F1]
Skip Instructions
Goto MORE
What other appliances is the (Appliance description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06A
MAJOTHER
MORE
1. Microwave oven
2. Cooking stove, range or oven
3. Range hood
4. Refrigerator or home freezer
5. Built-in dishwasher
6. Portable dishwasher
7. Garbage disposal
8. Clothes washer or dryer
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you purchase (or rent/ ) any other (Appliance Description)?
Description Type
Month Amount
(MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/
Rented)
MAJRENTX
06B
S6B_INTRO
S6B_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
14 - 19
1:
IF ROW number = 7 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next row of grid
2,DK,RF: IF Row number = 7 then goto S6A_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next row of grid
Goto BTableB.BROW.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about expenses for the purchase or rental of household appliances and
other selected items. Please include any shipping and handling charges with the cost of any
item that was shipped.
Description Type
Month Amount
MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/
Rented)
MINRENTX)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
06B
APB_ITEM
ITEM
SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 14 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your
household) purchased or rented any of the following items?
Read each item on list
1-37:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto ITEM - next line of grid
99:
Goto S6B_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S6B_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
SCREEN 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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Variable Name
Question Text
15
Skip Instructions
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased or rented any -Read each item on list
SCREEN 3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased or rented any -Read each item on list
SCREEN 4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17 ? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased or rented any -Read each item on list
Screen 5---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18 ? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased or rented any -Read each item on list
Screen 6---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------19 ? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased any -1. Small electric kitchen appliances
2. Electric personal care appliances
3. Electric floor cleaning equipment
4. Other household appliances
5. Sewing machines
6. GPS devices, calculators, and fax machines
7. Digital book readers or tablets
8. Computers, computer systems, or related hardware
9. Computer software including computer games, for non-business use
10. Computer accessories
11. Portable memory such as flash drives, memory cards, and recordable discs and tapes
12. Video game hardware or accessories
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06B
Tag Name
MINTYPE
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
DESCRIPTION
13. Telephones or accessories
14. Photographic equipment
15. Musical instruments, supplies, or accessories
16. Lawn mowing machinery, or other yard equipment
17. Power Tools
18. Non-power tools
19. Window air conditioners
20. Portable cooling or heating equipment
21. Televisions, all types including those installed in vehicles
22. DVD Players, VCRs, DVRs, or video cameras
23. Satellite dishes, receivers or accessories
24. Handheld personal music players
25. Stereos, radios, speakers, and sound components, including those installed in vehicles
26. Other sound or video equipment including accessories
27. General sports equipment (exclude atheltic shoes for sports related use, such as football, baseball,
soccer or bowling)
28. Health and exercise equipment
29. Camping equipment
30. Hunting and fishing equipment, including all guns
31. Winter sports equipment
32. Water sports equipment
33. Outboard motors
34. Bicycles
35. Tricycles or battery powered riders
36. Playground equipment
37. Other sports or recreation equipment
95. Continue List
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
What did you purchase (or rent/ )?
Goto WHO
Enter a brief description of item.
(* Report items such as flash drives, memory cards, recordable discs, and tapes as code 13,
Portable memory cards, recordable discs, and tapes as cod
06B
GFTCMIN
WHO
Description Type
Month
Amount
(MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/
Rented)
MINRENTX)
Was this item ...
1,3,DK,RF: Goto MONTH
2:
06B
MIN_MO
MONTH
1. Purchased for someone inside the household?
2. (Rented? / )
3. Purchased for someone outside your household?
When did you purchase it?
Goto AMOUNT
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF MONTH not in reference period
then goto ERR3_MONTH
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Description
(MINTYPE)
Skip Instructions
Type
Month
Amount
(Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/
Rented)
MINRENTX)
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
06B
MIN_AMOUNT
AMOUNT
(What was the total rental expense since the first of (reference month) not including (current
month)?/What did it cost?)
Description Type
Month
Amount
MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/
Rented)
MINRENTX
1-999999: IF (WHO = 1, 3, DK or RF) AND ( (MINAPPLY = 230
and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 200) OR (MINAPPLY = 240 and AMOUNT lt
5 or gt 125) OR (MINAPPLY = 260 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 600)
OR (MINAPPLY = 270 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 896) OR
(MINAPPLY = 280 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 4000) OR (MINAPPLY =
300 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 1068) OR (MINAPPLY = 310 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2500) OR (MINAPPLY = 320 and AMOUNT lt 11
or gt 700) OR (MINAPPLY = 330 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 250) OR
(MINAPPLY = 340 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 940) OR (MINAPPLY =
350 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 400) OR (MINAPPLY = 365 and
AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 4200) OR (MINAPPLY = 390 and AMOUNT lt
25 or gt 886) OR (MINAPPLY = 395 and AMOUNT lt 25 or gt 650)
OR (MINAPPLY = 425 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1590) OR
(MINAPPLY = 440 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 749) OR (MINAPPLY =
460 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 950) OR (MINAPPLY = 470 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 441) OR (MINAPPLY = 480 and AMOUNT lt 5 or
gt 1850) OR (MINAPPLY = 490 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 336) OR
(MINAPPLY = 500 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 646) OR (MINAPPLY =
510 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 1150) OR (MINAPPLY = 520 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1870) OR (MINAPPLY = 530 and AMOUNT lt 40
or gt 8480) OR (MINAPPLY = 540 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 924) OR
(MINAPPLY = 550 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 700) OR (MINAPPLY =
560 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 1200) OR (MINAPPLY = 570 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1000) OR (MINAPPLY = 620 and AMOUNT lt 5
or gt 705) OR (MINAPPLY = 640 and AMOUNT lt 12 or gt 2500)
OR (MINAPPLY = 650 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 403) OR
(MINAPPLY = 660 and AMOUNT lt 3 or gt 300) OR (MINAPPLY =
670 and AMOUNT lt 25 or gt 2800) OR (MINAPPLY = 700 and
AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 450) OR (MINAPPLY = 750 and AMOUNT lt 5
or gt 200) OR (MINAPPLY = 655 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 550) OR
(MINAPPLY = 645 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 403)) then goto
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF (WHO = 2) AND AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 390, then goto
ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF MINAPPLY and the entry in AMOUNT are equal
to any records data on the pre-chart/input then goto ERR_DUP
ELSE goto TAX
06B
MINTAX
TAX
Did this include sales tax?
Description
(MINTYPE)
DK,RF:
Goto C
Goto C
Type
Month
Amount
(Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/
Rented)
MINRENTX)
1. Yes
2. No
06B
MINCMB_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense.
C:
empty:
Goto COMBCODE
IF ITEM = 8, 21, 23, 25, or 26 then goto INSTLSCR
ELSE goto MORE
If anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered then goto
CK_C
06B
MINCMB
COMBCODE
14-19
?[F1]
IF ITEM = 8, 21, 23, 25, 26 then goto INSTLSCR
ELSE goto MORE
What other item is the (Item description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
1. Small electric kitchen appliances
2. Electric personal care appliances
3. Electric floor cleaning equipment
4. Other household appliances
5. Sewing machines
6. GPS devices, calculators, and fax machines
7. Digital book readers or tablets
8. Computers, computer systems, or related hardware
9. Computer software including computer games, for non-business use
10. Computer accessories
11. Portable memory such as flash drives, memory cards, and recordable discs and tapes
12. Video game hardware or accessories
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06B
Tag Name
INSTLSCR
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
INSTLSCR
13. Telephones or accessories
14. Photographic equipment
15. Musical instruments, supplies, or accessories
16. Lawn mowing machinery, or other yard equipment
17. Power Tools
18. Non-power tools
19. Window air conditioners
20. Portable cooling or heating equipment
21. Televisions, all types including those installed in vehicles
22. DVD Players, VCRs, DVRs, or video cameras
23. Satellite dishes, receivers or accessories
24. Handheld personal music players
25. Stereos, radios, speakers, and sound components, including those installed in vehicles
26. Other sound or video equipment including accessories
27. General sports equipment (exclude atheltic shoes for sports related use, such as football, baseball,
soccer or bowling)
28. Health and exercise equipment
29. Camping equipment
30. Hunting and fishing equipment, including all guns
31. Winter sports equipment
32. Water sports equipment
33. Outboard motors
34. Bicycles
35. Tricycles or battery powered riders
36. Playground equipment
37. Other sports or recreation equipment
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Were there any additional charges for installation or set-up?
1:
Goto INSTELLEX
2,DK,RF:
06B
INSTLLEX
INSTLLEX
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
06B
S6BOTHER
MORE
Did you purchase (or rent/ ) any other (description)?
Description Type
Month
Amount
(MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/
Rented)
MINRENTX)
Goto MORE
1-99999: IF INSTLLEX lt 40 or gt 1000 then goto
ERR1_INSTLLEX
ELSE goto MORE
DK,RF:
Goto MORE
1:
IF Row number = 34 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line on the grid
2,DK,RF:
IF row number = 34 then goto S6B_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line on the grid
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
07
S7_INTRO
S7_INTRO
Question Text
20
Skip Instructions
Goto BTable.Brow.ITEM
Now I will ask about expenditures for household item maintenance or repairs and service
contracts.
Description Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
07
EQB_ITEM
ITEM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
20 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), did (you/you or any members of your household) have any
expenses for service contracts, maintenance, or repairs for any of the following items -
1-11:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto next row
99:
Goto S7_END
888:
IF ROW number = 13 then goto S7_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list
07
RPRDESC
07
SRVCMOB
DESCRIPTION
1. Garbage disposal, range hood, or built-in dishwasher
2. Other household appliances, such as washer, refrigerator, or range/oven
3. Television, radio, video, or sound equipment, including those installed in autos or other vehicles
4. Computers, computer systems, or related equipment for non-business use
5. Lawn or garden equipment
6. Musical instruments or accessories
7. Hand or power tools
8. Photographic equipment
9. Sport or recreational equipment
10. Termite or pest control
11. Heating or air conditioning service contracts
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
What did the service contract (or repair/ ) cover?
MONTH
Description
Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
In what month was the expense?
Description Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
Goto MONTH
REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not in the reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
07
REPAIRX
AMOUNT
What was the total cost?
Description Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
07
REPAIRTX
REPAIRTX
Did this include sales tax?
1-999999: IF (APPRPRYB = 100 and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt 285)
OR (APPRPRYB = 110 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 324) OR
(APPRPRYB = 120 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 478) OR (APPRPRYB =
130 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 400) OR (APPRPRYB = 140 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 600) OR (APPRPRYB = 150 and AMOUNT lt 5
or gt 550) OR (APPRPRYB = 160 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 398) OR
(APPRPRYB = 170 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1332) OR (APPRPRYB
= 190 and AMOUNT lt 16 or gt 742) OR (APPRPRYB = 200 and
AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 900) OR (APPRPRYB = 220 and AMOUNT lt 11
or gt 413) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF APPRPRYB and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data in the prechart/input then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSE goto REPAIRTX
DK,RF:
Goto C
Goto C
C:
Goto COMBCODE
Description Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
1. Yes
2. No
07
RPRCB_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense.
Empty:
07
REPAIRCM
COMBCODE
20
? [F1]
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered, goto CK_C
Goto MORE
What other service contracts, maintenance, or repairs was (Description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Description Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
1. Garbage disposal, range hood, or built-in dishwasher
2. Other household appliances, such as washer, refrigerator, or range/oven
3. Television, radio, video, or sound equipment, including those installed in autos or other vehicles
4. Computers, computer systems, or related equipment for non-business use
5. Lawn or garden equipment
6. Musical instruments or accessories
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Tag Name
RPRMORE
Variable Name
MORE
Question Text
7. Hand or power tools
8. Photographic equipment
9. Sport or recreational equipment
10. Termite or pest control
11. Heating/air conditioning service contracts
77. Misc. Combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you pay for any other ( service contracts, maintenance, or repairs for (description)?/service
contracts for heating or air conditioning equipment?)
Skip Instructions
1:
IF ROW number = 13 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line on grid
2,DK,RF:
Description Month
Amount
(RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)
08A
S8A_INTRO
S8A_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
21-24
IF ROW number = 13 then goto S7_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line on grid
Goto BSect08L1.BTableA.Brow.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about expenses for home furnishings and related household items.
Please include any shipping and handling charges with the cost of any item that was shipped.
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC) (FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
08A
FRA_ITEM
ITEM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
SCREEN 1 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------21
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any member of your household) purchased
for (you/your household) or for someone outside of your household any -Read each item on list
1-28:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto next row
99:
Goto S8A_END
888:
IF ROW number = 34 then goto S8A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
SCREEN 2 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------22
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased any -Read each item on list
SCREEN 3 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
?[F1]
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased any -Read each item on list
SCREEN 4 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased any -Read each item on list
08A
FURNDESC
08A
FURNMO
DESCRIPTION
1. Sofas?
2. Living room chairs?
3. Living room tables?
4. Ping-pong, pool tables or other similar recreation room items?
5. Other living room, family or recreation room furniture including desks, wall units, and shelving?
6. Living room furniture combinations?
7. Dining room or kitchen furniture?
8. Mattresses or box springs?
9. Bedroom furniture other than mattresses or box springs?
10. Infants furniture?
11. Infants equipment
What did you purchase?
MONTH
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
In what month did you purchase it?
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
Goto MONTH
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not in reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto WHO
DK,RF:
Goto WHO
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
11. November
12. December
08A
FURNGFTC
WHO
Was this purchased for your household or for someone outside of your household?
Goto AMOUNT
Item
Month
Amount
(FURNDESC) (FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
08A
FURNPURX
AMOUNT
1. For use by household
2. For someone outside the household
What was the purchase price?
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
08A
FRNPURTX
TAX
Did this include sales tax?
1-999999: IF (FURNPURY = 100 and AMOUNT lt 21 or gt 3000)
OR (FURNPURY = 101 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 1939) OR
(FURNPURY = 102 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1500) OR (FURNPURY
= 104 and AMOUNT lt 21 or gt 3500) OR (FURNPURY = 107 and
AMOUNT lt 11 or gt 2400) OR (FURNPURY = 106 and AMOUNT lt
73 or gt 7000) OR (FURNPURY = 110 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt
4309) OR (FURNPURY = 120 and AMOUNT lt 25 or gt 1679) OR
(FURNPURY = 121 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 3500) OR
(FURNPURY = 130 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 1065) OR
(FURNPURY = 131 and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt 500) OR (FURNPURY
= 140 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 900) OR (FURNPURY = 141 and
AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 965) OR (FURNPURY = 150 and AMOUNT lt 10
or gt 1300) OR (FURNPURY = 171 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 450) OR
(FURNPURY = 173 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 531) OR (FURNPURY
= 180 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 317) OR (FURNPURY = 181 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 423) OR (FURNPURY = 192 and AMOUNT lt 5
or gt 298) OR (FURNPURY = 196 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 300) OR
(FURNPURY = 199 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 416) OR (FURNPURY
= 200 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 374) OR (FURNPURY = 201 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 200) OR (FURNPURY = 206 and AMOUNT lt 5
or gt 300) OR (FURNPURY = 205 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 290) OR
(FURNPURY = 212 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1100) OR (FURNPURY
= 214 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1035) OR (FURNPURY = 215 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1643) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF FURNPURY and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data on the pre-chart/input then
goto ERR_DUP
ELSE goto TAX
DK,RF:
Goto C
Goto C
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
08A
S8ACMB_S
C
Question Text
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
Skip Instructions
C:
Goto COMBCODE
Empty:
08A
S8A_CMB
COMBCODE
21-24
?[F1]
Goto MORE
IF anything other than an 'C' or the Enter key is entered
then goto CK_C
Goto MORE
What was combined with (description)?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
08A
ANYOTH8
MORE
1. Sofas
2. Living room chairs
3. Living room tables
4. Ping-pong, pool tables or other similar recreation room items
5. Other living room, family, or recreation room furniture including desks, wall units, and shelving
6. Living room furniture combinations
7. Dinning room or kitchen furniture
8. Mattresses or box springs
9. Bedroom furniture other than mattresses or box springs
10. Infants furniture
11. Infants equipment
12. Patio, porch, or outdoor furniture
13. Barbeque grills or outdoor decorative items
14. Office furniture for home use
15. Lamps, lighting fixtures, or ceiling fans
16. Other household decorative items
17. Closet storage items
18. Travel items including luggage
19. Stainless, silver or other flatware
20. Non-electric cookware
21. Dishes, glasses, or serving pieces
22. Bedroom linens
23. Bathroom linens
24. Kitchen or dining room linens
25. Slipcovers, decorative pillows or cushions
26. Room size rugs or other non-permanent floor coverings, including carpet squares
27. Curtains or drapes
28. Blinds, shades or other window coverings
77. Misc. Combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you purchase any other (description)?
Item
Month Amount
(FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)
1:
IF ROW number = 34 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 34 then goto S8_END
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
08B
FURNRNTL
FURNRNTL
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) rented or
leased any furniture?
1:
Goto FURNRNTX
2,DK,RF:
08B
FURNRNTX
FURNRNTX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total expense?
08B
FRNRNTCX
FRNRNTCX
How much of the total amount was spent this month?
08B
REPFURN
REPFURN
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) had any
expenses for repairing, refinishing or reupholstering furniture, including the cost for fabric?
Goto REPFURN
1-99999: IF FURNRNTX lt 5 or gt 1340 then goto
ERR1_FURNRNTX
ELSE goto FRNRNTCX
DK,RF:
Goto FRNRNTCX
0-99999:
IF FRNRNTCX gt FURNRNTX then goto
CK_FRNRNTCX
ELSE goto REPFURN
DK,RF:
1:
Goto REPFURN
Goto REPFURNX
2,DK,RF: Goto S8B_END
08B
REPFURNX
REPFURNX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total expense?
1-999999: IF REPFURNX lt 5 or gt 1900 then
goto ERR1_REPFURNX
ELSE goto REPFRNCX
DK,RF:
08B
REPFRNCX
REPFRNCX
09A
S9A_INTRO
S9A_INTRO
How much of the total amount was spent this month?
Goto REPFRNCX
0-999999:
IF REPFRNCX gt REPFURNX then goto
CK_REPFRNCX
ELSE goto S8B_END
DK,RF:
Goto S8B_END
Goto BSECT09.BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
25 - 26
Now I am going to ask about clothing and footwear, for infants, children, and adults. You may
find it helpful to refer to receipts, credit card statements or other records to answer the
questions. Please include any shipping and handling charges with the cost of any item that was
shipped.
Description
(CLODESCA)
09A
CLA_ITEM
ITEM
Name
Month
Amount
(CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
SCREEN 1 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------25 ? [F1]
1-20:
Goto DESCRIPTION
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Variable Name
Question Text
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
purchased any of the following items either for members of your household or
for someone outside your household?
Skip Instructions
95:
Goto next row
99:
Goto S9A_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S9A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list
SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------26 ? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased any -Read each item on list
09A
CLODESCA
DESCRIPTION
1. Coats, jackets or furs
2. Sport coats or tailored jackets
3. Suits
4. Vests
5. Shirts, sweaters, blouses, or tops
6. Pants, jeans or shorts
7. Dresses
8. Skirts
9. Undergarments
10. Hosiery
11. Nightwear or loungewear
12. Accessories
13. Swimsuits or warm-up or ski suits
14. Uniforms, for which the cost is not reimbursed
15. Costumes
16. Footwear, including athletic footwear
17. Diapers
18. Layettes
19. Watchers
20. Jewelry
95. Continue List
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
What did you buy?
Goto CLOINOUT
Describe briefly the item purchased.
09A
CLOINOUT
CLOINOUT
Description
Name
Month
Amount
(CLODESCA) (CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
Was this (were these) purchased for someone inside or outside of your household?
1:
IF ITEM = 1-18 then goto FORWHOM
ELSE goto MONTH
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09A
Tag Name
FORWHOM
Variable Name
FORWHOM
Question Text
Skip Instructions
1. Inside your household
2. Outside your household
3. Both inside and outside your household
2,3:
For whom was it purchased?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
09A
FOROUTCU
FOROUTCU
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
4. NAME[4]
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
77. Don't Know
For whom was this purchased?
Enter all age/sex categories that apply to the purchase, separate with commas.
IF ITEM = 1-18 then goto FOROUTCU
ELSE goto MONTH
DK,RF: Goto MONTH
IF entry greater than number of people in household or if
inactive/deleted/non-CU members are selected then goto
CK_FORWHOM
ELSEIF more than 1 person is selected then goto NAME
ELSE goto MONTH
40-44,77:
RF:
Goto NAME
Goto MONTH
40. Male 16 and over
41. Female 16 and over
42. Male 2-15
43. Female 2-15
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
44. Children under 2 years old
77. Don't know
09A
CLONAME
NAME
09A
CLOTHMOA
MONTH
Goto MONTH
Enter name of person(s).
When did you purchase it?
(* Enter 13 for same amount each month/
)
Description
Name
Month
Amount
(CLODESCA) (CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
ref_month-cur_month: IF month not in reference period then goto
ERR3_Month
ELSE goto AMOUNT
13, DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. (Same amount each month/ )
09A
CLOTHXA
AMOUNT
(What is your monthly expense?/How much did it cost?)
Description
Name
Month
Amount
(CLODESCA) (CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
1-999999: IF (CLOTHYA = 100 And AMOUNT lt 9 or gt 400) OR
(CLOTHYA = 110 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 500) OR (CLOTHYA =
120 and AMOUNT lt 18 or gt 1000)OR (CLOTHYA = 130 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 200) OR (CLOTHYA = 145 and AMOUNT lt 5 or
gt 300) OR (CLOTHYA = 150 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 269) OR
(CLOTHYA = 170 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 455) OR (CLOTHYA =
180 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 220) OR (CLOTHYA = 200 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 109) OR (CLOTHYA = 210 and AMOUNT lt 5 or
gt 60) OR (CLOTHYA = 220 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 107) OR
(CLOTHYA = 230 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 159) OR (CLOTHYA =
240 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 200) OR (CLOTHYA = 250 and
AMOUNT lt 9 or gt 418) OR (CLOTHYA = 260 and AMOUNT lt 5 or
gt 448) OR (CLOTHYA = 280 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 210) OR
(CLOTHYA = 310 and AMOUNT lt 9 or gt 150) OR (CLOTHYA =
330 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 330) OR (CLOTHYA = 370 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 450) OR (CLOTHYA = 380 and AMOUNT lt 5 or
gt 1800) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF CLOTHYA and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any record data in the prechart/input then
display ERR_DUP
ELSE goto TAX
DK,RF:
Goto C
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
09A
CLOTHTXA
TAX
Did this include sales tax?
Goto C
Description
Name
Month
Amount
(CLODESCA) (CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
1. Yes
2. No
09A
CLOCMBA_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense.
C:
Goto COMBCODE
empty:
09A
CLOCMBA
COMBCODE
25-26
? [F1]
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered, goto CK_C
Goto MORE
What other clothing is (Clothing purchase description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Description
Name
Month
Amount
(CLODESCA) (CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
09A
CLOMOREA
MORE
1. Coats, jackets or furs
2. Sport coats or tailored jackets
3. Suits
4. Vests
5. Shirts, sweaters, blouses, or tops
6. Pants, jeans, or shorts
7. Dresses
8. Skirts
9. Undergarments
10. Hosiery
11. Nightware or loungewear
12. Accessories
13. Swimsuits or warm-up or ski suits
14. Uniforms, for which the cost is not reimbursed
15. Costumes
16. Footwear, including athletic footware
17. Diapers
18. Layettes
19. Watches
20. Jewelry
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did you purchase any other (description)?
Description
Name
Month
Amount
(CLODESCA) (CLONAME) (CLOTHMOA) (CLOTHXA)
1:
IF ROW number = 84 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF row number = 84 then goto S9A_END
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
09B
S9D_INTRO
S9D_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
27
Goto BSECT09.BTABLED.BROW.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about expenditures for clothing services.
Description
(CLODESCD)
09B
CLD_ITEM
ITEM
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLOTHXD)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
27 ? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) had expenses for any of the following, either
for members of your household
or for someone outside your household?
1-5:
Goto DESCRIPTION
99:
Goto S9D_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S9D_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list.
09B
CLODESCD
DESCRIPTION
1. Repair, alteration or tailoring for clothing and accessories
2. Shoe repair or other shoe services
3. Watch or jewelry repair
4. Clothing or accessory rental
5. Clothing storage outside the home
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
What kind of service was this?
Goto WHO
Describe briefly the service.
Description
(CLODESCD)
09B
CLSVGFTC
WHO
Was this service for (you/your household) or for someone outside your household?
Description
(CLODESCD)
09B
CLOTHMOD
MONTH
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)
Goto MONTH
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)
1. Your household
2. Someone outside your household
When did you purchase this service?
REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF Entry is not within reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Description
(CLODESCD)
Skip Instructions
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
09B
CLSRVCX
AMOUNT
How much did it cost?
Description
(CLODESCD)
09B
CLSRVCTX
TAX
1-999999:
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)
Did this include sales tax?
IF AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 249 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF CLOTHYD and entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any record data in the prechart/input then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSE goto TAX
DK,RF:
Goto C
Goto C
1. Yes
2. No
09B
CLOCMBD_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense.
C:
Empty:
09B
CLOCMBD
COMBCODE
27
Goto COMBCODE
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered then goto
CK_C
Goto MORE
? [F1]
What other clothing services is
(Clothing Service Description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Description
(CLODESCD)
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)
1. Repair, alteration or tailoring for clothing and accessories
2. Shoe repair or other shoe services
3. Watch or jewelry repair
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09B
Tag Name
CLOMORED
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
MORE
4. Clothing or accessory rental
5. Clothing storage outside the home
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/ DK)
Did you have any other expenses for (Clothing Service Description)?
1:
Description
(CLODESCD)
10
S10_INTRO
S10_INTRO
Month
Amount
(CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)
1. Yes
2. No
28
IF ROW number = 10 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 10 then goto S9D_END
ELSE goto ITEM next line of grid
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto ITEM in BSect10L2 block
ELSE goto RLV_ITEM in BSect10L1 Block
Now I am going to ask about expenses for vehicle (rentals and/ ) leases.
Vehicle number Vehicle year Vehicle make/model Business
(LSDNUM)
(MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR)
(ANYBUSIN)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
10
RLV_ITEM
ITEM
1-10:
Goto ANYVACAT
SCREEN 1 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------28 ? [F1]
95:
Goto next screen
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) rented
any automobiles, trucks, vans, minivans, or SUVs, which were not used entirely for
business? Do not include leased vehicles.
99:
IF no vehicles on inventory chart or all vehicles have
8500.LSD_STAT = 3 then goto BLEASE.BROW.ITEM
ELSE goto the TblInventory block
SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------------------28 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) rented
any other types of vehicles which were not used entirely for business?
888: IF no more grid lines AND no vehicles on inventory chart or
all vehicles have 8500.LSD_STAT = 3 then goto
BSECT10L2.BLEASE.BROW.ITEM
ELSEIF no more grid lines AND at least 1 vehicle on
inventory chart with 8500.LSD_STAT = 1 then goto the
TBLINVENTORY block
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
IF YES Did you rent any -
1. Automobiles, trucks, vans, minivans, or SUVs
2. Motor homes
3. Trailer-type campers
4. Other attachable-type campers
5. Motorcycles, motor scooters, or mopeds (motorized bicycles)
6. Boats, with motor
7. Boats, without a motor
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10
Tag Name
ANYVACAT
10
RENTEXPX
Variable Name
ANYVACAT
AMOUNT
Question Text
8. Trailers other than a camper type, such as for a boat or cycle
9. Private planes
10. Other vehicles
95. Continue list
99. None/No More Entries
888. Delete the Line
Was the (description) rented solely for use on a vacation, overnight
trip, or a trip of 75 miles or more one way?
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), not including (current month), what has been your expense
for renting this vehicle?
Skip Instructions
Goto AMOUNT
0:
Goto CK_AMOUNT
1-99999:
10
ANYBSNRM
ANYBSNRM
Were or will any of the rental expenses be deducted as business expenses, reimbursed, or paid
by someone outside of the household?
DK,RF:
1:
IF entry lt 10 or gt 1200 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSE goto ANYBSNRM
Goto ANYBSNRM
Goto BSNSPCTZ
2,DK,RF:
10
BSNSPCTZ
BSNSPCTZ
1. Yes
2. No
What percent of the total expense will this cover?
10
RENT_MORE
RENT_MORE
Did you rent any other (description)?
1. Yes
2. No
10
LVIHAVE
LVIHAVE
Goto RENT_MORE
1-99,DK,RF:
100:
1:
Goto RENT_MORE
Goto ERR2_BSNSPCTZ
IF ROW number = 10 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto RLV_ITEM
2,DK,RF:
Now I am going to ask about leased vehicles you mentioned previously.
IF row number = 10 then
IF no vehicles on inventory chart or all vehicles have
8500.LSD_STAT = 3 then goto BLEASE.BROW.ITEM
ELSE goto the TblInventory block
ELSE goto RLV_ITEM
1,DK,RF: Goto S10INV_END
Are you still leasing the (model year) (vehicle make and model)?
2:
Goto LVIENDMO
If the vehicle was purchased at the end of the lease, collect the new vehicle in Section 11.
Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model Business
(LSDNUM)
(MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR)
(ANYBUSIN)
1. Yes
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LVIENDMO
LVIENDMO
What month was the lease terminated?
Skip Instructions
2. No
Goto TERMFEE
Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model Business
(LSDNUM)
(MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR)
(ANYBUSIN)
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
10
TERMFEE
TERMFEE
Were any fees incurred at the termination of the lease?
Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model Business
(LSDNUM)
(MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR)
(ANYBUSIN)
10
TERMFEEX
10
LSD_ITEM
TERMFEEX
ITEM
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model Business
(LSDNUM)
(MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR)
(ANYBUSIN)
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) (made
any lease payments or/ ) begun leasing any automobiles, trucks, vans, minivans, or SUVs not
used entirely for business?
1:
2,DK,RF:
1-99999:
MODELYR
10
MKMD_SCR
MODELYR
MKMD_SCR
Goto S10INV_END
IF entry lt 25 or gt 7000 then goto ERR1_TERMFEEX
ELSE goto S10INV_END
DK,RF:
Goto S10INV_END
1:
Goto MODELYR
99:
Goto S10_END
888:
IF no more grid lines goto S10_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
1. Automobiles, trucks, vans, minivans, or SUVs
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
10
Goto TERMFEEX
What is the model year of the vehicle?
1900-current year + 1: IF MODELYR gt (current year + 1)
then goto CK_MODELYR
ELSE goto MKMD_SCR
What is the make and model of this vehicle?
DK,RF:
Goto MKMD_SCR
30 characters, DK, RF: Goto ANYBUSIN
Ask if necessary
If vehicle make and model is not found, key X
X:
Goto OTHMODEL
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OTHMODEL
OTHMODEL
10
ANYBUSIN
ANYBUSIN
Question Text
Specify other make and model
Is it used for business?
Skip Instructions
Goto ANYBUSIN
1:
Goto PRCBSNSZ
2,DK,RF: Goto NUMPAY
10
PRCBSNSZ
PRCBSNSZ
1. Yes
2. No
What percentage of the mileage is counted as a business expense?
10
NUMPAY
NUMPAY
What was the number of payments contracted for?
100:
1-999:
10
PMTMONTH
PMTMONTH
In what month was or will the first payment be made?
DK,RF:
Goto PMTMONTH
Goto PMTYEAR
1-99,DK,RF: Goto NUMPAY
Goto ERR2_PRCBSNSZ
IF entry lt 12 or gt 60 then goto ERR1_NUMPAY
ELSE goto PMTMONTH
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
10
PMTYEAR
PMTYEAR
In what year was or will the first payment be made?
Goto PAYEXPX
10
PAYEXPX
PAYEXPX
(What is your monthly payment amount?/What is the amount of each payment?)
IF NUMPAY ge 12 AND entry lt 158 or gt 700 then goto
ERR1_PAYEXPX
ELSEIF NUMPAY lt 12 then goto PAYTIME
10
PAYTIME
PAYTIME
What period is covered by each payment?
1. Week
2. 2 Weeks
3. Month
4. Quarter
5. Semiannually
6. Annually
7. One time payment
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
1:
IF PAYEXPX lt 40 or gt 189 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
2:
IF PAYEXPX lt 79 or gt 377 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
3:
IF PAYEXPX lt 158 or gt 700 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
4:
IF PAYEXPX lt 474 or gt 2262 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
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8. Other
10
PAYOTH
PAYOTH
10
ANYEXTRA
ANYEXTRA
Specify:
Does the payment include any charges other than the lease amount such as auto insurance or
maintenance?
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
5:
IF PAYEXPX lt 948 or gt 4524 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
6:
IF PAYEXPX lt 1500 or gt 9000 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
7:
IF PAYEXPX lt 5000 or gt 10000 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
8:
IF PAYEXPX lt 5 or gt 9000 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto PAYOTH
DK,RF: IF PAYEXPX lt 5 or gt 9000 then goto ERR1_PAYTIME
ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
Goto ANYEXTRA
1:
Goto EXTRAEXP
2,DK,RF:
10
EXTRAEXP
EXTRAEXP
1. Yes
2. No
How much of the payment is for these extra charges?
10
ANYEMPLY
ANYEMPLY
Is any of the ($ (amount in PAYEXPX) ) lease payment paid by an employer?
10
EMPLYEXP
EMPLYEXP
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
10
ANYTRADE
ANYTRADE
Was a trade-in allowance received?
Goto ANYEMPLY
1-99999: IF EXTRAEXP gt PAYEXPX then goto CK_EXTRA
ELSEIF (PAYTIME = 1 and EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 100) OR
(PAYTIME = 2 and EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 200) OR (PAYTIME = 3
and EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 400) OR (PAYTIME = 4 and EXTRAEXP
lt 5 or gt 1200) OR (PAYTIME = 5 and EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 2400)
OR (PAYTIME = 6 and EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 4800) OR (PAYTIME =
7 and EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 3000) OR (PAYTIME = 8 and
EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 3000) OR (PAYTIME = DK or RF and
EXTRAEXP lt 5 or gt 3000) then goto ERR1_EXTRAEXP
ELSE goto ANYEMPLY
DK,RF:
Goto ANYEMPLY
1:
Goto EMPLYEXP
2,DK,RF:
Goto ANYTRADE
1-99999:
IF lt 5 or gt 525 then goto ERR1_EMPLYEXP
ELSEIF EMPLYEXP gt PAYEXPX then goto
CK_EMPLYEXP
ELSE goto ANYTRADE
DK,RF:
Goto ANYTRADE
1:
Goto TRADEEXP
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2,DK,RF: Goto ANYDOWN
10
TRADEEXP
TRADEEXP
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
10
ANYDOWN
ANYDOWN
Was a cash down payment made?
Read if necessary -
1-999999: IF entry lt 400 or gt 26000 then goto
ERR1_TRADEEXP
ELSE goto ANYDOWN
DK,RF:
Goto ANYDOWN
1:
Goto DOWNEXP
2,DK,RF:
Goto ANYHAVE
1-999999:
IF lt 262 or gt 10000 then goto ERR1_DOWNEXP
ELSE goto ANYDNEMP
DK,RF:
1:
Your lease agreement may list this as a capitalized cost reduction.
10
DOWNEXP
DOWNEXP
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
10
ANYDNEMP
ANYDNEMP
Was any portion of the cash down payment paid by an employer?
Goto ANYDNEMP
Goto DNEMPEXP
2,DK,RF:
10
DNEMPEXP
DNEMPEXP
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
10
ANYHAVE
ANYHAVE
Are you still leasing this vehicle?
If the vehicle was purchased at the end of the lease, collect the new vehicle in Section 11.
10
LSDENDMO
LSDENDMO
1. Yes
2. No
In what month was the lease terminated?
Goto ANYHAVE
1-999999:
IF lt 5 or gt 2500 then goto ERR1_DNEMPEXP
ELSEIF DNEMPEXP gt DOWNEXP then goto
CK_DNEMPEXP
ELSE goto ANYHAVE
DK,RF: Goto ANYHAVE
1,DK,RF: Goto ANYOTH
2:
Goto LSDENDMO
Goto LSDENDYR
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
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7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
10
LSDENDYR
LSDENDYR
In what year was the lease terminated?
Goto ANYFEES
10
ANYFEES
ANYFEES
? [F1]
1:
Were any fees incurred at the termination of the lease?
2,DK,RF:
1-999999:
10
FEESEXP
FEESEXP
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
10
ANYOTH
ANYOTH
Did you lease any other automobiles, trucks, vans, minivans, or SUVs?
S11_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
28
11
S11_INTRO
Goto FEESEXP
Goto ANYOTH
IF lt 50 or gt 3000 then goto ERR1_FEESEXP
ELSE goto ANYOTH
DK,RF:
Goto ANYOTH
1: IF ROW number = 6 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next block
2,DK,RF: Goto S10_END
IF there are vehicles on the chart with 8500.OVB_STAT ne 3
then goto TBLInv.Binv.OVAHAVE
Now I'm going to ask about owned vehicles.
ELSE goto BVehicle.Brow.ITEM
(S11_prechart)
11
OVAHAVE
OVAHAVE
1. Enter 1 to Continue
(Do/Does) (you/your household) still have the (Car Description)?
1,DK,RF: Goto OVAHAVE for next appropriate vehicle on
chart, if no more vehicles exit block and goto ITEM
(S11_prechart)
2:
11
VEHDISP
VEHDISP
1. Yes
2. No
How did you dispose of the (Car description)?
Goto BDisposed.VEHDISP
1-5,DK,RF:
6:
Goto VDISPMO
Goto DISPOTHV
1. Sold
2. Traded in
3. Given away or donated to someone outside the household, including students away at school
4. Damaged beyond repair
5. Stolen
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DISPOTHV
DISPOTHV
11
VDISPMO
VDISPMO
Question Text
Skip Instructions
6. Other
Specify:
In what month was it (sold/traded in/given away to someone outside the CU/damaged beyond
repair/stolen/disposed of)?
Goto VDISPMO
IF not in reference period then goto ERR3_VDISPMO
ELSEIF VEHDISP = 1 then goto SALEX
ELSEIF VEHDISP = 2, 3, 6, DK or RF then goto LOANSTAT
ELSEIF VEHDISP = 4 or 5 then goto REIMBURS
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
11
SALEX
SALEX
How much did you sell it for?
1-999999: IF (VEHICYB = 100 and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) or
(VEHICYB = 105 and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) or (VEHICYB = 110
and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) or (VEHICYB = 120 and SALEX lt 35 or
gt 23000) or (VEHICYB = 130 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) or
(VEHICYB = 140 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) or (VEHICYB = 150
and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) or (VEHICYB = 160 and SALEX lt 35
or gt 23000) or (VEHICYB = 170 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) or
(VEHICYB = 180 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) or (VEHICYB = 190
and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) or (VEHICYB = 200 and SALEX lt 35
or gt 23000) then goto ERR1_SALEX
ELSE goto LOANSTAT
11
REIMBURS
REIMBURS
Were you reimbursed for the value of the (Car description)?
1-999999:
DK,RF:
Goto LOANSTAT
1:
Goto EXREIMBX
DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT
1:
Goto REIMBURX
2,DK,RF:
11
REIMBURX
REIMBURX
1. Yes
2. No
How much did you receive?
11
EXREIMB
EXREIMB
Do you expect to be reimbursed for the value of the (Car description)?
2,DK,RF:
Goto EXREIMB
IF lt 20 or gt 23742 then goto ERR1_REIMBURX
ELSE goto LOANSTAT
Goto LOANSTAT
1. Yes
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EXREIMBX
EXREIMBX
How much will you receive?
11
LOANSTAT
LOANSTAT
Were there any outstanding loans on the (Car description) when it was (sold/traded in/given away
to someone outside the CU/damaged beyond repair/stolen/disposed of)?
Skip Instructions
2. No
1-999999:
DK,RF:
1:
Goto LOANSTAT
Goto FINPAYMT
2,DK,RF:
11
FINPAYMT
11
FINPAYMX
FINPAYMT
1. Yes
2. No
Were any final payments made on the loan?
FINPAYMX
1. Yes
2. No
How much was the final payment?
1:
OVB_ITEM
ITEM
IF no more vehicles, exit block and goto ITEM
ELSE goto OVAHAVE next line on grid
Goto FINPAYMX
2,DK,RF: IF no more vehicles, exit block and goto ITEM
ELSE goto OVAHAVE next line on grid
1-999999:
DK,RF:
11
IF lt 300 or gt 9000 then goto ERR1_EXREIMBX
ELSE goto LOANSTAT
IF lt 384 or gt 26500 then goto ERR1_FINPAYMX
ELSEIF no more vehicles, exit block and goto ITEM
ELSE goto OVAHAVE next line on grid
1:
IF no more vehicles, exit block and goto ITEM
ELSE goto OVAHAVE, next line on grid
Goto VEHICYR
SCREEN 1A -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2-10:
Goto VEHBSNS
(Since the first of (REF MONTH), (have/has) (you/your household) purchased or acquired any
vehicle that is not used entirely for business? Include those vehicles purchased for your own
use or for someone outside your household./(Have/Has) (you/your household) purchased or
acquired any other vehicles since the first of (REF MONTH)?)
95:
Goto ITEM, next screen
99:
Goto S11_END
888:
IF no more grid lines goto S11_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
28
? [F1]
IF YES - What kind of vehicle was it?
SCREEN 1B ---------------------------------------------------------------------------(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any automobiles, trucks, minivans, vans or SUV's which
were not used entirely for business?
SCREEN 2 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any other types of vehicles including boats and
planes which are not used entirely for business?
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IF YES- Read each item on list
Do you own any. . .
SCREEN 3------------------------------------------------------------------------(Have/Has) (you/your household) purchased any (other/ ) vehicles since the first of (reference
month) for someone outside of your household?
IF YES What kind of vehicle(s) did you purchase?
SCREEN 4 --------------------------------------------------------------------------(Have/Has) (you/your household) disposed of (any/any automobiles or) other vehicles since the
first of (reference month)?
IF YES Which kind of vehicle(s) did you dispose of?
11
VEHICYR
VEHICYR
1. (Automobile, truck, minivan, van, or SUV/ Automobiles, trucks, minivans, vans, or SUVs)
2. Motor home
3. Trailer-type camper
4. Other attachable-type campe
What (was/is) the model year of the vehicle?
1900-current year + 2:
CK_VEHICYR
IF entry gt (current year+2) then goto
ELSE goto MKMDL_SC
11
MKMDL_SC
MKMDL_SC
What (was/is) the make and model of this vehicle?
If vehicle make and model is not found, key X.
DK,RF:
Goto MKMDL_SC
30 characters: IF MKMDEL = ACUXX, AUDXX, BMWXX, BUIXX,
CADXX, CHEXX, CHRXX, DAWZZ, DODXX, EAGXX, FORXX,
GEOXX, GMCXX, HONXX, HUMXX, HYUXX, INFXX, ISUXX,
JAGXX, JEEXX, KIAXX, LANXX, LEXXX, LINXX, MASXX,
MAYXX, MAZXX, MRBXX, MECXX, MEKXX, MINXX, MITXX,
NISXX, OLDXX, PLYXX, PONXX, PORXX, SAAXX, SATXX,
SCIXX, SMAXX, SUBXX, SUZXX, TOYXX, VOKXX, VOVXX or
ZENXX) goto AUTOTRK
ELSE goto FUELTYPE
DK,RF:
X:
Goto AUTOTRK
Goto OTHMDLY
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OTHMDLY
OTHMDLY
11
AUTOTRK
AUTOTRK
Is this vehicle an automobile or a truck, minivan, van or SUV?
Goto FUELTYPE
FUELTYPE
1. Automobile
2. Truck, van, minivan, or SUV
Is it fueled by -
1-3,DK,RF: Goto VEHBSNS
11
FUELTYPE
Specify:
Read each item on list.
Goto AUTOTRK
4:
Goto FUELOTH
1. Gasoline?
2. Diesel fuel?
3. Hybrid electric power?
4. Other - specify?
11
FUELOTH
FUELOTH
11
VEHBSNS
VEHBSNS
(Was/Is) it used for business?
Specify:
Goto VEHBSNS
1:
Goto VEHBSNZ
2,DK,RF: Goto VEHNEWU
11
VEHBSNZ
VEHBSNZ
1. Yes
2. No
What percentage of the mileage (was/is) counted as a business expense?
11
VEHNEWU
VEHNEWU
Was it new or used when acquired?
1. New
2. Used
11
VEHGFTC
11
VPURINDV
VEHGFTC
Was this vehicle -
VPURINDV
1. Purchase for own use?
2. Purchased for someone outside of your household?
3. Received as a gift?
Was this vehicle purchased from a private individual?
1. Yes
2. No
11
VEHPURMO
VEHPURMO
In what month was it purchased?
1-99,DK,RF:
Goto VEHNEWU
100:
Goto ERR2_VEHBSNZ
1:
IF coming from ITEM screen 1A, 1B, 2, or 4 then
goto VEHGFTC
ELSE goto VEHPURMO
2,DK,RF:
IF coming from ITEM screen 1A, 1B, 2, or 4
then goto VEHGFTC
ELSE goto VPURINDV
1,2,DK,RF: IF VEHNEWU = 1 then goto VEHPURMO
ELSE goto VPURINDV
3:
IF DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP
ELSE goto ANYOTHR
IF ITEM = 1-2 or 5 AND VEHGFTC = 3 AND DISPOSED ne 1 then
goto ANYOTHR
ELSEIF ITEM = 1-2 or 5 AND VEHGFTC = 3 AND DISPOSED = 1
then goto VEHDISP
ELSE goto VEHPURMO
Goto VEHPURYR
1. January
2. February
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3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
11
VEHPURYR
VEHPURYR
In what year was it purchased?
11
VFINANCE
VFINANCE
Was any portion of the purchase price financed?
1. Yes
2. No
11
VLOANST
VLOANST
On the first of (reference month), were there remaining loan payments?
1. Yes
2. No
11
TRADE
TRADE
Was a trade-in allowance received?
1900 - current year: IF the month and year (VEHPURMO and
VEHPURYR) are more than one month in the future then goto
CK_VEHPURYR
ELSE goto VFINANCE
DK,RF:
1:
Goto VFINANCE
Goto VLOANST
2,DK,RF: IF VEHPURMO + VEHPURYR is prior to 3 months ago
AND DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP
ELSIF VEHPURMO + VEHPURYR is prior to 3 months
ago AND DISPOSED ne 1 then goto ANYOTHR
ELSE goto TRADE
1,DK,RF: Goto TRADE
2:
IF VEHPURMO + VEHPURYR is prior to 3 months ago AND
DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP
ELSEIF VEHPURMO + VEHPURYR is prior to 3 months ago
AND DISPOSED ne 1 then goto ANYOTHR
ELSE goto TRADE
1:
Goto TRADEX
2,DK,RF: Goto NETPURX
11
TRADEX
TRADEX
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
11
NETPURX
NETPURX
What was the amount paid for the vehicle after (trade-in allowance, / ) rebate, and discount?
Include destination fee in the price.
0-999999: IF lt 200 or gt 19000 then goto ERR1_TRADEX
ELSE goto NETPURX
DK,RF: Goto NETPURX
0-999999: IF (VEHICYB = 100 and NETPURX lt 500 or gt 50000)
or (VEHICYB = 105 and NETPURX lt 500 or gt 50000) or
(VEHICYB = 110 and NETPURX lt 500 or gt 50000) or (VEHICYB =
120 and NETPURX lt 2500 or gt 69000) or (VEHICYB = 130 and
NETPURX lt 751 or gt 47000) or (VEHICYB = 140 and NETPURX lt
533 or gt 12051) or (VEHICYB = 150 and NETPURX lt 420 or gt
20000) or (VEHICYB = 160 and NETPURX lt 200 or gt 63000)
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or (VEHICYB = 170 and NETPURX lt 200 or gt 63000) or
(VEHICYB = 180 and NETPURX lt 240 or gt 7500) or (VEHICYB =
190 and NETPURX lt 4000 or gt 120000) or (VEHICYB = 200 and
NETPURX lt 250 or gt 23700) then goto ERR1_NETPURX
ELSE goto SALESTAX
DK,RF:
11
SALESTAX
SALESTAX
Did this include sales tax?
11
DNPAYMTX
DNPAYMTX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount of the cash down payment?
11
VEHEQTLN
VEHEQTLN
Was the source of credit a Home Equity Loan?
PRINCIPX
1. Yes
2. No
How much was borrowed, excluding any interest?
11
PRINCIPX
IF VLOANST = 1 then goto DNPAYMTX
ELSE goto ANYOTHR
IF VLOANST = 1 then goto DNPAYMTX
ELSE goto ANYOTHR
0-999999: IF (VEHICYB = 100 and DNPAYMTX gt 11500) OR
(VEHICYB = 105 and DNPAYMTX gt 11500) OR (VEHICYB = 110
and DNPAYMTX gt 11500) OR (VEHICYB = 120 and DNPAYMTX
gt 15000) OR (VEHICYB = 130 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR
(VEHICYB = 140 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR (VEHICYB =
150 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR (VEHICYB = 160 and
DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR (VEHICYB = 170 and DNPAYMTX gt
15000) OR (VEHICYB = 180 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR
(VEHICYB = 190 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR (VEHICYB = 200
and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) then goto ERR1_DNPAYMTX
ELSEIF gt NETPURX and netpurx ne D and ne R then
goto CK_DNPAYMTX
ELSE goto VEHEQTLN
DK,RF: Goto VEHEQTLN
Goto PRINCIPX
1-999999: IF (VEHICYB = 100 and PRINCIPX lt 2500 or gt 50000)
OR (VEHICYB = 105 and PRINCIPX lt 2500 or gt 50000) OR
(VEHICYB = 110 and PRINCIPX lt 2500 or gt 50000) OR
(VEHICYB = 120 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 130 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 140 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 150 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 160 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 170 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 180 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 190 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) OR
(VEHICYB = 200 and PRINCIPX lt 1472 or gt 60645) then goto
ERR1_PRINCIPX
ELSE goto VINTRATE
DK,RF: Goto VINTRATE
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VINTRATE
VINTRATE
What was the interest rate?
00.000-99.999:
IF gt 14 then goto ERR1_VINTRATE
ELSE goto PMT1YR
Enter precent including decimal.
11
PMT1YR
PMT1YR
In what year was or will the first payment be made?
DK,RF:
Goto PMT1YR
Goto PMT1MO
11
PMT1MO
PMT1MO
In what month was or will the first payment be made?
Goto VEHQPMT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
11
VEHQPMT
VEHQPMT
For how many months was the payment contract?
11
PAYMENTX
PAYMENTX
What is your monthly payment amount?
1-999:
IF gt 144 then goto ERR1_VEHQPMT
ELSE goto PAYMENTX
DK,RF:
Goto PAYMENTX
1-99999: IF (VEHICYB = 100 and PAYMENTX lt 105 or gt 679)
OR (VEHICYB = 105 and PAYMENTX lt 105 or gt 679) OR
(VEHICYB = 110 and PAYMENTX lt 105 or gt 679) OR (VEHICYB
= 120 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) OR (VEHICYB = 130 and
PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) OR (VEHICYB = 140 and PAYMENTX
lt 77 or gt 721) OR (VEHICYB = 150 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt
721) OR (VEHICYB = 160 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) OR
(VEHICYB = 170 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) OR (VEHICYB =
180 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) OR (VEHICYB = 190 and
PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) OR (VEHICYB = 200 and PAYMENTX
lt 77 or gt 721) then goto ERR1_PAYMENTX
ELSEIF DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP
ELSE goto ANYOTHR
DK,RF:
11
VEHDISP
VEHDISP
How did you dispose of the (Car description)?
IF DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP
ELSE goto ANYOTHR
1-5,DK,RF: Goto VDISPMO
6:
Goto DISPOTHV
1. Sold
2. Traded in
3. Given away or donated to someone outside the household, including students away at school
4. Damaged beyond repair
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
5. Stolen
6. Other
11
DISPOTHV
DISPOTHV
11
VDISPMO
VDISPMO
Specify:
In what month was it (vehicle description)?
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
11
SALEX
SALEX
How much did you sell it for?
11
REIMBURS
REIMBURS
Were you reimbursed for the value of the (Car description)?
Goto VDISPMO
IF VDISPMO is not within the reference period then goto
ERR3_VDISPMO
ELSEIF VEHDISP = 1 then goto SALEX
ELSEIF VEHDISP = 2, 3, 6, DK or RF then goto LOANSTAT
ELSEIF VEHDISP = 4 or 5 then goto REIMBURS
1-999999: IF (VEHICYB = 100 and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) OR
(VEHICYB = 105 and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) OR (VEHICYB = 110
and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) OR (VEHICYB = 120 and SALEX lt 35
or gt 23000) OR (VEHICYB = 130 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR
(VEHICYB = 140 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR (VEHICYB =
150 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR (VEHICYB = 160 and SALEX
lt 35 or gt 23000) OR (VEHICYB = 170 and SALEX lt 35 or gt
23000) OR (VEHICYB = 180 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR
(VEHICYB = 190 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR (VEHICYB =
200 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) then goto ERR1_SALEX
ELSE goto LOANSTAT
DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT
1:
Goto REIMBURX
2,DK,RF:
11
REIMBURX
REIMBURX
1. Yes
2. No
How much did you receive?
11
EXREIMB
EXREIMB
Do you expect to be reimbursed for the value of the (Car description)?
Goto EXREIMB
1-999999: IF lt 20 or gt 23742 then goto ERR1_REIMBURX
ELSE goto LOANSTAT
DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT
1:
Goto EXREIMBX
2,DK,RF:
Goto LOANSTAT
1. Yes
2. No
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Variable Name
Question Text
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11
EXREIMBX
EXREIMBX
How much will you receive?
1-999999:
11
LOANSTAT
LOANSTAT
Were there any outstanding loans on the (Car description) when it was (sold/traded in/given away
to someone outside the CU/damaged beyond repair/stolen/disposed of)?
DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT
1:
Goto FINPAYMT
2,DK,RF:
11
FINPAYMT
FINPAYMT
1. Yes
2. No
Were any final payments made on the loan?
1. Yes
2. No
How much was the final payment?
11
FINPAYMX
FINPAYMX
11
ANYOTHR
ANYOTHR
12A
S12A_INTRO
S12A_INTRO
IF lt 300 or gt 9000 then goto ERR1_EXTREIMBX
ELSE goto LOANSTAT
1:
Goto ANYOTHR
Goto FINPAYMX
2,DK,RF: Goto ANYOTHR
1-999999:
(Did (you/you or your household) purchase or acquire any other (description)?/ (Do/Does)
(you/your household) own any other (description)?/ Did (you/your household) purchase any
other (description) for someone outside your household?/ Did (you/your household) dispose of
any other (description)?)
1. Yes
2. No
29-30
IF lt 384 or gt 26500 then goto ERR1_FINPAYMX
ELSE goto ANYOTHR
DK,RF:
Goto ANYOTHR
1:
IF Row number = 25 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next screen as appropriate
2,DK,RF: goto ITEM, next screen as appropriate
Goto BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
I will now ask about expenses for vehicle services, parts, and equipment. Please do not include
expenses for vehicles used entirely for business.
Description
(VOPDESC)
12A
VEQ_ITEM
ITEM
Month
(VOPMOA)
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
29
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) had
expenses for any of the following?
1-12:
Goto DESCRIPTION
99:
Goto S12A_END
888:
Read each item on list
IF no more grid lines then goto S12A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
1. Oil change, lubrication, or oil filter
2. Motor tune-up
3. Battery purchases or installation
4. Tire purchases or mounting
5. Tire repair
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12A
Tag Name
VOPDESC
12A
VOPLABOR
Variable Name
Question Text
DESCRIPTION
6. Front end alignment, wheel balancing, or wheel rotation
7. Shock absorber replacement
8. Body work or painting
9. Any other vehicle or engine repairs
10. Vehicle accessories or customizing
11. Other vehicle services, parts, or equipment
12. Vehicle cleaning services including car washes
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete a line
What was the expense for?
VOPLABOR
Description
Month
(VOPDESC)
(VOPMOA)
Did this expense include labor?
Description
(VOPDESC)
12A
VOPMOA
MONTH
Skip Instructions
Month
(VOPMOA)
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
Goto MONTH
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1. Yes
2. No
In what month did you have this expense?
Description
(VOPDESC)
Month
(VOPMOA)
IF ITEM = 3, 4, or 5 then goto MONTH
ELSE goto VOPLABOR
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF MONTH not within reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
12A
VOPEXPX
AMOUNT
What was the total cost?
Description
(VOPDESC)
Month
(VOPMOA)
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1-99999: IF (VOPSERVY = 100 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 89) OR
(VOPSERVY = 110 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 1500) OR
(VOPSERVY = 130 and AMOUNT lt 16 or gt 211) OR (VOPSERVY
= 140 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 1000)OR (VOPSERVY = 150 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 335) OR (VOPSERVY = 160 and AMOUNT lt 8
or gt 690) OR (VOPSERVY = 380 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 3000) OR
(VOPSERVY = 320 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 4000) OR
(VOPSERVY = 330 and AMOUNT lt 22 or gt 1000) OR
(VOPSERVY = 360 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1700) OR (VOPSERVY
= 367 and AMOUNT lt 2 or gt 100)OR (VOPSERVY = 370 and
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1000) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF (VOPSERVY and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data on the pre-chart/input then
goto ERR_DUP
ELSE goto VOPTAX
12A
VOPTAX
VOPTAX
DK,RF:
Goto C
Did this include sales tax?
Description
(VOPDESC)
Month
(VOPMOA)
Goto C
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1. Yes
2. No
12A
VOPCMB_C
C
C:
Enter 'C' for combined expense
Goto COMBCODE
EMPTY:
12A
VOPCMB
COMBCODE
29-30
Goto VOPREIMB
IF anything other than a 'C' or blank is entered then goto CK_C
Goto VOPREIMB
?[F1]
What expense was combined with the (description) expense?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Description
(VOPDESC)
12A
VOPREIMB
VOPREIMB
Month
(VOPMOA)
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1. Oil change, lubrication, or oil filter
2. Motor tune-up
3. Battery purchases or installation
4. Tire purchases or mounting
5. Tire repair
6. Front end alignment, wheel balancing, or wheel rotation
7. Shock absorber replacement
8. Body work or painting
9. Any other vehicle or engine repairs
10. Vehicle accessories or customizing
11. Other vehicle services, parts, or equipment
12. Vehicle cleaning services including car washes
77. Misc combined (unable to specify/DK)
Has any of this expense been, or will any of it be, reimbursed?
Description
(VOPDESC)
Month
(VOPMOA)
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1:
Goto VOPRMBXA
2,DK,RF:
Goto MORE
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Tag Name
VOPRMBXA
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
VOPRMBXA
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
1-99999:
Description
(VOPDESC)
12A
MOREVEOP
MORE
S12B_INTRO
INTROB
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
Did you have any other expenses for (description)?
Description
(VOPDESC)
12B
Month
(VOPMOA)
Month
(VOPMOA)
Amount
(VOPEXPX)
1. Yes
2. No
31
IF VOPRMBXA gt 5000 then goto ERR1_VOPRMBXA
ELSEIF (VOPRMBXA gt AMOUNT) then goto
CK_VOPRMBXA
ELSE goto MORE
DK,RF:
Goto MORE
1:
IF ROW number = 26 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF Row number = 26 then goto S12A_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
Goto BTABLEB.BROW.ITEM
Drivers licenses, vehicle inspection, vehicle registration, and personal property taxes for vehicles
collected in the previous interview
Description
(VREGDESC)
12B
VLR_ITEM
ITEM
Month
Amount
(VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
31 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) had any
expenses for Read each item on list
12B
VREGDESC
12B
VOPMO_C
DESCRIPTION
1. Driver's licenses?
2. Vehicle inspection?
3. State vehicle registration?
4. Local vehicle registration?
5. Personal property taxes for vehicles?
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete line
What was the expense for?
MONTH
Description
Month
Amount
(VREGDESC)
(VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)
In what month did you have this expense?
Description
Month
1-5:
Goto DESCRIPTION
99:
Goto S12B_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S12B_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Goto MONTH
Amount
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF MONTH not within reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
(VREGDESC)
Skip Instructions
(VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)
DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
12B
VOPREGX
AMOUNT
What was the total amount of the expense?
Description
(VREGDESC)
12B
S12BCMB_C
C
Month
Amount
(VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)
Enter 'C' for combined expense
1-9999: IF (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 86) OR (ITEM = 2
and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 120) OR (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt
423) OR (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 442) OR (ITEM = 5 and
AMOUNT lt 18 or gt 3213) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF ITEM and the entry in AMOUNT for the record are
equal to any records data on the prechart/input) then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSE goto C
DK,RF:
Goto C
C:
Goto COMBCODE
EMPTY:
12B
S12B_CMB
COMBCODE
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or blank is entered then
Goto MORE
31
goto CK_C
What was combined with the (description) expense?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Description
(VREGDESC)
12B
MOREREG
MORE
Month
Amount
(VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)
1. Driver's license
2. Vehicle inspection
3. State Vehicle registration
4. Local Vehicle registration
5. Personal property taxes for vehicles
Did you have any other (description) expenses?
Description
(VREGDESC)
Month
Amount
(VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)
1:
IF ROW number = 11 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 11 then goto S12B_END
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
VOPGASX
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month --
Skip Instructions
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
12C
VOPGASX
What has been (your/your household's) AVERAGE MONTHLY expense for gasoline and other
fuels for all vehicles?
12C
VOPDIES
VOPDIES
Was any of this expense for diesel fuel?
0,RF:
Goto VOPOIL
1-9999:
IF VOPGASX gt 400 then goto ERR1_VOPGASX
ELSE goto VOPDIES
DK:
1:
Goto VOPDIES
Goto VOPDIESX
2,DK,RF:
12C
VOPDIESX
VOPDIESX
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
12C
VOPBSNS
VOPBSNS
Was any of the AVERAGE MONTHLY cost counted as a business expense?
Goto VOPBSNS
1-9999: IF (VOPDIESX lt 5 or gt 800) then goto
ERR1_VOPDIESX
ELSEIF (VOPDIESX gt VOPGASX) then goto
CK_VOPDIESX
ELSE goto VOPBSNS
DK,RF:
Goto VOPBSNS
1:
Goto VOPBSPER
2,DK,RF: Goto VOPOIL
12C
VOPBSPER
VOPBSPER
1. Yes
2. No
What percentage of the AVERAGE MONTHLY COST was counted as a business expense?
12C
VOPOIL
VOPOIL
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month -Have (you/you or any members of your household)
purchased any oil for operating vehicles?
12C
VOPOILX
VOPOILX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total cost?
12C
VOPFLUID
VOPFLUID
Since the first of (reference month), not including this month --
1-99,DK,RF:
100:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto VOPOIL
Goto ERR2_VOPBSPER
Goto VOPOILX
IF INTNMBR = 1 then goto S12C_END
ELSE goto VOPFLUID
1-9999:
IF VOPOILX lt 5 or gt 65 then goto ERR1_VOPOILX
ELSE If INTNMBR = 1 goto S12C_END
Else goto VOPFLUID
DK,RF:
1:
Goto VOPFLUID
Goto VOPFLUDX
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased any antifreeze, brake
fluid, transmission fluid, windshield wiper fluid, or additives, except if purchased with
a tune-up?
2,DK,RF:
12C
VOPFLUDX
VOPFLUDX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total cost of these purchases?
12C
VOPPARK
VOPPARK
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month -Have (you/you or any members of your household) had expenses for parking, such as parking
garages, parking lot fees, or parking meters?
Goto VOPPARK
1-9999:
IF VOPFLUDX lt 5 or gt 50 then goto ERR1_VOPFLUDX
ELSE goto VOPPARK
DK,RF:
Goto VOPPARK
1:
Goto VOPPARKX
2,DK,RF:
Goto VOPTOLL
1-99999:
IF VOPPARKX gt 390 then goto ERR1_VOPPARKX
ELSE goto VOPTOLL
Do not include expenses that are part of your property ownership or
rental costs, a business expense or expenses that will be totally
reimbursed.
12C
VOPPARKX
VOPPARKX
12C
VOPTOLL
VOPTOLL
1. Yes
2. No
How much was paid, not including any payments made this month?
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) had expenses for -
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto VOPTOLL
Goto VOPTOLLX
Goto VOPDOCK
Local tolls or electronic toll passes?
12C
VOPTOLLX
VOPTOLLX
12C
VOPDOCK
VOPDOCK
1. Yes
2. No
How much was paid, not including any payments made this month?
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) had expenses for -
1-99999:
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
IF VOPTOLLX gt 35 then goto ERR1_VOPTOLLX
ELSE goto VOPDOCK
Goto VOPDOCK
Goto VOPDOCKX
Goto VOPPOLCY
Docking and landing fees for boats and planes?
1. Yes
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
12C
VOPDOCKX
VOPDOCKX
How much was paid, not including any payments made this month?
12C
VOPPOLCY
VOPPOLCY
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) had any expenses for --
Skip Instructions
2. No
1-9999:
IF VOPDOCKX gt 1752 then goto ERR1_VOPDOCKX
ELSE goto VOPPOLCY
DK,RF:
Goto VOPPOLCY
1:
Goto VOPPLCYX
2,DK,RF:
Goto VOPAUTO
Auto repair service policies such as extended warranties?
Do not include service policies for vehicles used entirely for business.
12C
VOPPLCYX
VOPPLCYX
12C
VOPAUTO
VOPAUTO
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) had any expenses
for --
1-9999: IF VOPPLCYX lt 5 or gt 1800 then goto
ERR1_VOPPLCYX
ELSE goto VOPAUTO
DK,RF:
Goto VOPAUTO
1:
Goto VOPCLUBX
2,DK,RF: Goto VOPTOW
Automobile service clubs, such as AAA or services such as OnStar or LoJack?
12C
VOPCLUBX
VOPCLUBX
12C
VOPTOW
VOPTOW
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household)
had expenses for -
1-9999: IF VOPCLUBX lt 6 or gt 155 then goto
ERR1_VOPCLUBX
ELSE goto VOPTOW
DK,RF:
Goto VOPTOW
1:
Goto VOPTOWX
2,DK,RF:
Goto TANKGAS
Towing charges, not already reported?
12C
VOPTOWX
VOPTOWX
12C
TANKGAS
TANKGAS
1. Yes
2. No
How much was paid, not including any payments made this month?
Since the first of (reference month) not including this month, have (you/you or any members of your
household) had any expenses
1-9999:
IF VOPTOWX gt 315 then goto ERR1_VOPTOWX
ELSE goto TANKGAS
DK,RF:
Goto TANKGAS
1:
Goto TANKGASX
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
for --
2,DK,RF: Goto S12C_END
Bottled or tank gas for recreational vehicles, including
vans, campers, and boats?
12C
TANKGASX
TANKGASX
13A
S13A1_INTRO
S13A_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
32
Now I am going to ask about your non-health insurance policies.
(Include policies paid by your household for someone outside your household./ )
1-9999: IF TANKGASX lt 5 or gt 200 then goto
ERR1_TANKGASX
ELSE goto S12C_END
DK,RF:
Goto S12C_END
IF there are any active Policies listed on the inventory chart
(8500.INSTAT ne 3) then goto BSect13A Block
ELSE goto S13A_END
Policy |Insurance |
|Insurance|Paid|Payroll |Payment|Paid |Paid
Number|Description|Type| Company | By |Deduction|Period |Total|Month
13A
PLCYSTIL
PLCYSTIL
1. Enter 1 to Continue
Do (you/you or any members of your household) still have or make payments for the (long term
care/life or disability/auto/homeowner's/tenants'/other type of non-health) insurance policy
from (Insurance Company)?
IF 8500.PREMYOU = 2 then goto S13A_END
ELSE goto INSEX3A
Policy |Insurance |
|Insurance|Paid|Payroll |Payment|Paid |Paid
Number|Description|Type| Company | By |Deduction|Period |Total|Month
13A
INSEX3A
INSEX3A
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month) have you had any expenses for this policy?
Policy |Insurance |
|Insurance|Paid|Payroll |Payment|Paid |Paid
Number|Description|Type| Company | By |Deduction|Period |Total|Month
13A
INSEX3AX
INSEX3AX
1. Yes
2. No
How much was paid?
Policy |Insurance |
|Insurance|Paid|Payroll |Payment|Paid |Paid
Number|Description|Type| Company | By |Deduction|Period |Total|Month
1:
Goto INSEX3AX
2,DK,RF:
Goto S13A_END
1-99999:
IF (8500.POLICYYB = 110 and INSEX3AX gt 628) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 100 and INSEX3AX gt 628) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 200 and INSEX3AX gt 1050) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 300 and INSEX3AX gt 1000) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 400 and INSEX3AX gt 300) OR
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
(8500.POLICYYB = 500 and INSEX3AX gt 825) then goto
ERR1_INSEX3AX
ELSE goto INSEXXA
13A
INSEXXA
INSEXXA
How much was paid this month?
Policy |Insurance |
|Insurance|Paid|Payroll
|Payment|Paid |Paid
Number|Description|Type| Company | By |Deduction|Period |Total|Month
13B
INB_ITEM
ITEM
32
? [F1]
(Do (you/you or any members of your household) have any or pay for any -/Since the first of
(reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased or begun paying
for any)
DK,RF:
Goto S13A_END
0-99999:
IF (8500.POLICYYB = 110 and INSEXXA gt 300) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 100 and INSEXXA gt 300) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 200 and INSEXXA gt 670) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 300 and INSEXXA gt 688) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 400 and INSEXXA gt 186) OR
(8500.POLICYYB = 500 and INSEXXA gt 600) then goto
ERR1_INSEXXA
ELSEIF INSEXXA gt INSEX3AX then goto CK_INSEXXA
ELSE goto S13A_END
DK,RF:
Goto S13A_END
1-6: Goto INSCOMP
99:
Goto S13B_END
888: IF no more grid lines then goto S13B_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list
1. Long term care insurance?
2. Life insurance or other policies which provide benefits in case of death or disability?
3. Homeowners' insurance?
4. Renters' insurance?
5. Automobile or other vehicle insurance?
6. Other types of non-health insurance?
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete a line
What is the name of the insurance company for your (long term care/life or
disability/homeowners'/tenants'/vehicle/other type of insurance) policy?
13B
INSCOMP
INSCOMP
13B
INSDESC
INSDESC
Enter name of insurance company, not the insurance agent.
Briefly describe the policy.
13B
INSPROP
INSPROP
Which property (ies) does this policy cover?
Enter number of each property covered, separate with commas.
Goto INSDESC
IF ITEM = 3 then goto INSPROP
ELSE goto PREMYOU
1-20: IF any entry is higher than the number of properties
or a blank precode then goto CK_INSPROP
ELSE goto PREMYOU
99,DK,RF:
Goto PREMYOU
1. PROPDESC[1]
2. PROPDESC[2]
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13B
Tag Name
PREMYOU
13B
PREMOTH
13B
PAYDEDPR
13B
INSEXPBX
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
PREMYOU
3. PROPDESC[3]
4. PROPDESC[4]
5. PROPDESC[5]
6. PROPDESC[6]
7. PROPDESC[7]
8. PROPDESC[8]
9. PROPDESC[9]
10. PROPDESC[10]
11. PROPDESC[11]
12. PROPDESC[12]
13. PROPDESC[13
14. PROPDESC[14]
15. PROPDESC[15]
16. PROPDESC[16]
17. PROPDESC[17]
18. PROPDESC[18]
19. PROPDESC[19]
20. PROPDESC[20]
99. Property not owned or rented by the household
Do (you/your household) pay ANY portion of the premiums for this policy?
1, DK, RF: Goto PAYDEDPR
PREMOTH
1. Yes
2. No
Who pays the policy premiums?
PAYDEDPR
1. An employer or union?
2. Another group or persons outside your household?
Are any premiums paid through payroll deductions?
INSEXPBX
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), what was (your/your household's) total expense for this
insurance policy?
Enter the actual amount the household paid. Do not include any expenses paid for the household
by others.
13B
INSNEXXB
INSNEXXB
How much was paid this month?
2:
Goto PREMOTH
Goto C
Goto INSEXPBX
1-99999:
IF (ITEM = 1 and INSNEXXB gt 750) OR (ITEM = 2
and INSEXPBX gt 750) OR (ITEM = 3 and INSEXPBX gt 1000) OR
(ITEM = 4 and INSEXPBX gt 340) OR (ITEM = 5 and INSEXPBX
gt 1100) OR (ITEM = 6 and INSEXPBX gt 936) then goto
ERR1_INSEXPBX
ELSE goto INSNEXXB
0,DK,RF:
Goto C
1-99999: IF (ITEM = 1 and INSNEXXB gt 300) OR (ITEM = 2 and
INSNEXXB gt 300) OR (ITEM = 3 and INSNEXXB = 1-8 or gt 677)
OR (ITEM = 4 and INSNEXXB = 1-5 or gt 267) OR (ITEM = 5 and
INSNEXXB = 1-17 or gt 663) OR (ITEM = 6 and INSNEXXB = 1-5
or gt 799)
then goto ERR1_INSNEXXB
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ELSEIF INSNEXXB gt INSEXPBX then goto
CK_INSNEXXB
ELSE goto C
13B
S13_S
C
Enter "C" for a combined expense
0,DK,RF:
Goto C
C:
Goto COMBCODE
EMPTY:
13B
S13CMB
COMBCODE
32
? [F1]
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered then goto
CK_C
IF 3 is selected then goto COMBPROP
ELSE goto MORE
What other type of policy is the (insurance type) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
13B
S13CMBPROP
COMBPROP
1. Long term care insurance
2. Life insurance or other policies which provide benefits in case of death or disability
3. Homeowners' insurance
4. Renters' insurance
5. Automobile or other vehicle insurance
6. Other types of non-health insurance
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Which property (ies) did this policy cover?
Enter number of each property covered, separate with commas.
1-20: IF any entry is higher than the number of properties
or a blank precode then goto CK_COMBPROP
ELSE goto MORE
99,DK,RF:
Goto MORE
1. PROPDESC[1]
2. PROPDESC[2]
3. PROPDESC[3]
4. PROPDESC[4]
5. PROPDESC[5]
6. PROPDESC[6]
7. PROPDESC[7]
8. PROPDESC[8]
9. PROPDESC[9]
10. PROPDESC[10]
11. PROPDESC[11]
12. PROPDESC[12]
13. PROPDESC[13
14. PROPDESC[14]
15. PROPDESC[15]
16. PROPDESC[16]
17. PROPDESC[17]
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Tag Name
INSMORE
Variable Name
MORE
Question Text
18. PROPDESC[18]
19. PROPDESC[19]
20. PROPDESC[20]
99. Property not owned or rented by the household
(Do (you/you or any members of your household) have any or make payments for any other
(insurance type) policy?/Did (you/you or any members of your household) purchase or begin
paying for any other (insurance type) )
Skip Instructions
1:
IF Row number = 100 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the grid
2,DK,RF:
14A
S14A_INTRO
S14A_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
33
IF Row number = 100 then goto S13B_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the grid
IF there are any records on the SCIF with 8500.IHB_STAT = 1
then goto BSect14ARow block
Now I am going to ask about health Insurance.
ELSE goto S14A_END
Policy|Insurance |
|Insurance|Payroll
|Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
14A
HHISTILL
HHISTILL
1. Enter 1 to Continue
(Do/Does) (you/your household) still (HMO/fee for service/commercial Medicare supplement
/special purpose)?
IF 8500.HHIPRYOU = 2 then goto S14A_END
ELSE goto HHIANYPD
Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Payroll |Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
14A
HHIANYPD
HHIANYPD
1. Yes
2. No
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) made any
payments on this policy (including payroll deductions/ )?
Policy|Insurance |
|Insurance|Payroll
|Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
14A
HHILSTTM
HHILSTTM
1. Yes
2. No
Last time, I recorded that payments are made (periodicity). Is this still correct?
Policy|Insurance |
|Insurance|Payroll
|Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
14A
HHIRPMPA
HHIRPMPA
1. Yes
2. No
How often are payments made (including payroll deductions/ )?
1:
IF 8500.HHIRPMPD = 1-9 then goto HHILSTTM
ELSE goto HHIRPMPA
2,DK,RF:
Goto S14A_END
1:
Goto HHIREGXA
2, DK, RF:
Goto HHIRPMPA
1-9:
Goto HHIREGXA
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14A
Tag Name
HHIREGXA
Variable Name
HHIREGXA
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Payroll |Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
10, DK, RF: Goto HHIPDAMT
1. Once a week
2. Once every 2 weeks
3. Twice a month
4. Once a month
5. Every 2 months
6. Quarterly (every 3 months)
7. Once every 4 months
8. Twice a year (every 6 months)
9. Once a year
10. Other
What is the amount currently paid (periodicity)?
Goto S14A_END
Policy|Insurance |
|Insurance|Payroll
|Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
14A
HHIPDAMT
HHIPDAMT
How much was paid since the first of (reference month)?
Policy|Insurance |
|Insurance|Payroll
|Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
#
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
1-99999: IF (8500.HHICODE = 1 and HHIPDAMT lt 20 or gt 1700)
OR (8500.HHICODE = 2 and HHIPDAMT lt 15 or gt 1882) OR
(8500.HHICODE = 3 and HHIPDAMT lt 25 or gt 1341) OR
(8500.HHICODE = 4 and HHIPDAMT lt 6 or gt 1080) then goto
ERR1_HHIPDAMT
ELSE goto HHICMXXA
14A
HHICMXXA
HHICMXXA
How much of that ($(amount from HHIPDAMT) / ) was paid this month?
#
Policy|Insurance |
|Insurance|Payroll
|Time |Paid |Paid |Paid
|Description|Type| Company |Deduction|Period|Total|Month|Non-CU
DK,RF: Goto S14A_END
0-99999: IF (8500.HHICODE = 1 and HHICMXXA lt 5 or gt 486)
OR (8500.HHICODE = 2 and HHICMXXA lt 5 or gt 600) OR
(8500.HHICODE = 3 and HHICMXXA lt 10 or gt 440) OR
(8500.HHICODE = 4 and HHICMXXA lt 5 or gt 327) then goto
ERR1_HHICMXXA
ELSE goto S14A_END
14B
IHB_ITEM
ITEM
33
? [F1]
(Do (you/you or any members of your household) have any hospitalization or
health insurance plans or belong to a plan that pays all or part of your medical expenses?
Include policies paid for someone outside your household and please consider any special
purpose plans you may have, such as dental, vision,
or prescription drug insurance. / Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any
members of your household) purchased any ( /additional) health or hospitalization insurance?
Include any policies paid for someone outside your household.)
DK,RF:
Goto S14A_END
1:
Goto HINSCMP
99:
Goto S14B_END
888: IF no more grid lines then goto S14B_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Do not report Medicare Prescription Drug plans (Medicare Part D) here.
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Medicare Prescription Drug plans are collected in Section 14C in Interviews 2 through 5.
14B
HINSCMP
HINSCMP
14B
HHIBCBS
HHIBCBS
1. Hospitalization or health insurance plans
99. None/No More Entries
888. Delete the Line
What is the name of the insurance company for this policy?
Goto HHIBCBS
Enter name of insurance company, not the insurance agent
14B
HHICOVQ
HHICOVQ
14B
HHICODE
HHICODE
Do not read to respondent.
Is the insurance company Blue Cross/Blue Shield?
1. Yes
2. No
How many household members are/were covered by this policy?
33
? [F1]
What type of insurance plan is it?
Do not include Medicare prescription drug plans in Commercial
Medicare Supplements. Medicare prescription drug plans are
collected in Part C.
14B
HHIPOS
14B
HHISPECT
HHIPOS
HHISPECT
1. Health Maintenance Organization
2. Fee for Service Plan
3. Commercial Medicare Supplement
4. Other special purpose plan
Under normal circumstances, if you go to a doctor who is not part
of your plan without a referral, will your insurance pay for the cost?
1. Yes
2. No
Is this special purpose insurance plan -
Goto HHICOVQ
0-30: IF HHICOVQ gt number of active members of the persons
roster then goto CK_HHICOVQ
ELSE goto HHICODE
DK,RF:
Goto HHICODE
1:
Goto HHIPOS
2-3,DK,RF:
4:
Goto HHIGROUP
Goto HHISPECT
Goto HHIGROUP
1-3,DK,RF:
4:
Goto HHIGROUP
Goto OTHINTYP
1. Dental insurance?
2. Vision insurance?
3. Prescription drug insurance?
4. Other type of special purpose health insurance? - Specify
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Variable Name
14B
OTHINTYP
OTHINTYP
14B
HHIGROUP
HHIGROUP
Was the policy obtained on an individual or group basis?
Goto HHIPRYOU
HHIPRYOU
1. Individually obtained
2. Group through place of employment
3. Group through other organization
(Do/Does) (you/your household) pay ANY portion of the premiums for this policy?
1,DK,RF: Goto HHIPRDED
HHIPROTH
1. Yes
2. No
Who pays the policy premiums?
HHIPRDED
1. An employer or union?
2. Another group or persons outside your household?
Are any premiums paid through payroll deductions?
14B
HHIPRYOU
14B
HHIPROTH
14B
HHIPRDED
14B
HHIRPMXB
HHIRPMXB
Question Text
Specify:
1. Yes
2. No
How much (do/does) (you/your household) currently spend for (entry for HINSCMP/this plan )
(including payroll deductions/ )?
Enter dollar amount for premium payments.
Select time period in next question.
14B
HHIRPMPD
HHIRPMPD
Enter time period for premium payments.
Skip Instructions
Goto HHIGROUP
2:
Goto HHIPROTH
Goto HHIMORE
Goto HHIRPMXB
1-99999: IF (HHICODE = 1 and HHIRPMXB lt 5 or gt 560) OR
(HHICODE = 2 and HHIRPMXB lt 5 or gt 800) OR (HHICODE = 3
and HHIRPMXB lt 5 or gt 1507) OR (HHICODE = 4 and
HHIRPMXB lt 5 or gt 1200) then goto ERR1_HHIRPMXB
ELSE goto HHIRPMPD
DK,RF:
1-9:
10,DK,RF:
14B
HHIIRGXB
HHIIRGXB
1. Once a week
2. Once every 2 weeks
3. Twice a month
4. Once a month
5. Every 2 months
6. Quarterly (every 3 months)
7. Once every 4 months
8. Twice a year (every 6 months)
9. Once a year
10. Other
What was the total expense paid for this policy since (reference month)?
Goto HHIRPMPD
Goto HHIMORE
Goto HHIIRGXB
1-99999: IF HHIIRGXB lt 15 or gt 1659 then goto
ERR1_HHIIRGXB
ELSE goto HHICMXXB
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Variable Name
Question Text
14B
HHICMXXB
HHICMXXB
How much was paid this month?
14B
HHIMORE
HHIMORE
Did you have any other hospitalization or health insurance plans?
CHGHHMCR
1. Yes
2. No
(Last time you said that you were enrolled in Medicare. Has that changed?/Last time you said
that (8500HHMCRCOV) (CU member was/CU members were) enrolled in Medicare. Has that
changed?/ Last time you said that (8500HHMCRCOV) (CU member was/CU members were)
enrolled in Medicare. Has the number of household members enrolled in Medicare changed?)
Skip Instructions
DK,RF:
Goto HHICMXXB
0-99999: IF (HHICODE = 1 and HHICMXXB lt 6 or gt 488) OR
(HHICODE = 2 and HHICMXXB lt 5 or gt 597) OR (HHICODE = 3
and HHICMXXB lt 8 or gt 525) OR (HHICODE = 4 and HHICMXXB
lt 5 or gt 316) then goto ERR1_HHICMXXB)
ELSE goto HHIMORE
DK,RF: Goto HHIMORE
1:
IF ROW number = 12 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
14C
CHGHHMCR
14C
HHMCRENR
HHMCRENR
1. Yes
2. No
Are (you/you or any members of your household) presently enrolled in Medicare?
Medicare is the Federal Health Insurance Plan.
1. Yes
2. No
1:
Goto ITEM, next line of grid
Goto HHMCRCOV
2,DK,RF: IF 8500.HHPARTD = 1 then goto BUPDATEDP block
ELSE goto RETPARTD
1:
If NUMHOUSE = 1 and (INTNMBR = 2 or new CU) goto
HHPARTD
Elseif NUMHOUSE = 1 and 8500.HHPARD = 1 goto
BUPDATEDPblock
Elseif NUMHOUSE = 1 goto RETPARTD
Elseif NUMHOUSE gt 1 goto HHMCRCOV
2,DK,RF:
14C
HHMCRCOV
HHMCRCOV
14C
STILDRUG
STILDRUG
How many members of your household are covered by Medicare?
Is (NAME) still enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan?
Enter 'YES' if the member changed to a different Medicare Prescription Drug plan.
1. Yes
2. No
14C
PREMCHG
PREMCHG
What is (your/ Name's) premium still (the same/$(DRGPREMX) )?
IF 8500.MDCDENR = 1 then goto CHGMDCDE
ELSE goto MDCDENR
IF HHMCRCOV gt number of CU members then goto
HHMCRCOV_CK
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2 OR new CU then goto HHPARTD
ELSEIF 8500.HHPARTD = 1 then goto BUPDATEDP block
ELSE goto RETPARTD
1:
Goto PREMCHG
2,DK,RF: IF no more members AND there exist values of
MEMBNO that do not match any value of 8500.PRTDMBNO then
goto RETPARTD
ELSEIF no more members AND 8500.MDCDENR ne 1
then goto MDCDENR
ELSEIF no more members goto CHGMDCDE
ELSE goto next member on 14C_UPDATE
1,DK,RF: IF no more members AND there exist values of
MEMBNO that do not match any value of 8500.PRTDMBNO,
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Question Text
then goto RETPARTD
ELSEIF no more members AND 8500.MDCDENR ne 1
then goto MDCDENR
ELSEIF no more members then goto CHGMDCDE
ELSE goto STILDRUG for next member
1. Yes
2. No
14C
PREMCHGX
PREMCHGX
Skip Instructions
What is (your/ Name's) current premium amount for the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan?
2:
Goto PREMCHGX
IF PREMCHGX lt 20 or gt 100 then goto ERR1_PREMCHGX
ELSIF no more members AND there exist values of
MEMBNO that do not match any value of 8500.PRTDMBNO
then goto RETPARTD
ELSEIF no more members AND 8500.MDCDENR ne 1 then goto
MDCDENR
ELSEIF no more members goto CHGMDCDE
14C
RETPARTD
RETPARTD
Are (you/you or any members of your household) presently enrolled in a Medicare Prescription
Drug plan since the first of (reference month)?
The Medicare Prescription Drug plan is also known as Medicare Part D
14C
HHPARTD
HHPARTD
1. Yes
2. No
Are (you/you or any members of your household) presently enrolled in a Medicare Prescription
Drug plan?
The Medicare Prescription Drug plan is also known as Medicare Part D
14C
DRUGPLAN
DRUGPLAN
1. Yes
2. No
Who (is enrolled/enrolled) in a Medicare Prescription Drug plan?
Enter line numbers for all that apply, separate with commas.
ELSE goto STILDRUG for next member
1:
IF NUMHOUSE = 1 goto BNEWEDP block
ELSE goto DRUGPLAN
2,DK,RF:
IF 8500.MDCDENR = 1 then goto CHGMDCDE
ELSEIF 8500.MDCDENR ne 1 then goto MDCDENR
1:
IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto BNEWDP block
ELSE goto DRUGPLAN
2,DK,RF:
1-30:
DK,RF:
Goto MDCDENR
Goto BNEWDP block
Goto MDCDENR
1. Person 1
2. Person 2
3. Person 3
4. Person 4
5. Person 5
6. Person 6
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Tag Name
ENROLLYR
Variable Name
Question Text
ENROLLYR
7. Person 7
8. Person 8
9. Person 9
10. Person 10
11. Person 11
12. Person 12
13. Person 13
14. Person 14
15. Person 15
16. Person 16
17. Person 17
18. Person 18
19. Person 19
20. Person 20
21. Person 21
22. Person 22
23. Person 23
24. Person 24
25. Person 25
26. Person 26
27. Person 27
28. Person 28
29. Person 29
30. Person 30
In what year did (you/ Name) enroll in the prescription drug plan?
Enter year of enrollment
14C
ENROLLMO
ENROLLMO
In what month did (you/ Name) enroll in the prescription drug plan?
14C
DRGPREMX
DRGPREMX
Enter month of enrollment
What is the monthly premium for (your/ Name's) Medicare Prescription Drug plan?
Do not include any monthly co-payments paid by the household.
14C
HHDRGSS
HHDRGSS
Is the monthly premium deducted from a Social Security payment?
Skip Instructions
IF ENROLLYR gt (current year + 3) then goto CK_ENROLLYR
ELSEIF ENTRY = current year through current year + 2, goto
ENROLLMO
ELSEIF ENTRY = previous year AND (CUR_MONTH = 1
(January), 2 (February) or 3 (March)) goto ENROLLMO
ELSE goto DRGPREMX
Goto DRGPREMX
1-999:
IF DRGPREMX lt 20 or gt 100 then goto
ERR1_DRGPREMX
ELSE goto HHDRGSS
0,DK,RF:
Goto HHDRGSS
IF no more line numbers AND 8500.MDCDENR ne 1 then
MDCDENR
goto
ELSEIF no more line numbers then goto CHGMDCDE
1. Yes
2. No
14C
CHGMDCDE
CHGMDCDE
(Last time you said that you were enrolled in Medicaid. Has that changed?/Last time you said
ELSE goto ENROLLMO for the next line number entered in
DRUGPLAN
1:
IF NUMHOUSE gt 1 then goto MDCDCOV
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14C
Tag Name
MDCDENR
14C
MDCDCOV
Variable Name
MDCDENR
MDCDCOV
Question Text
Skip Instructions
that (8500MDCDCOV) (household member was/household members were) enrolled in Medicaid.
Has that changed?/ Last time you said that (8500MDCDCOV) (household member was/household
members were) enrolled in Medicaid. Has the number of household members enrolled in
Medicaid changed?)
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
Are (you/you or any members of your household) enrolled in Medicaid?
1:
ELSEIF 8500.OTHPLAN = 1 then goto STILLOTH
ELSE goto OTHPLAN
IF 8500.OTHPLAN = 1 then goto STILLOTH
ELSE goto OTHPLAN
IF NUMHOUSE gt 1 then goto MDCDCOV
ELSEIF 8500.OTHPLAN = 1 then goto STILLOTH
ELSE goto OTHPLAN
1. Yes
2. No
2,DK,RF:
How many members of your household are covered by Medicaid?
IF MDCDCOV gt the number of CU members then goto
CK_MDCDCOV
IF 8500.OTHPLAN = 1 then goto STILLOTH
ELSE goto OTHPLAN
ELSEIF 8500.OTHPLAN = 1 then goto STILLOTH
14C
STILLOTH
14C
OTHPLAN
15A
S15A_INTRO
STILLOTH
OTHPLAN
S15AINTRO
Are (you/you or any members of your household) still covered by a plan other than
Medicare or Medicaid, such as TRICARE or military health care?
1. Yes
2. No
Are (you/you or any members of your household) covered by any plan other than Medicare
or Medicaid such as TRICARE or military health care?
1. Yes
2. No
34 - 36
ELSE goto OTHPLAN
Goto S14C_END
Goto S14C_END
Goto BSect15.BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
Now I am going to ask some questions about medical payments and reimbursements. I will
begin with your payments.
By payments I mean any co-pays and out-of-pocket expenses.
Include all payments, even those for persons who are outside of your household.
Description Amount Month
(MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
15A
MDB_ITEM
ITEM
SCREEN 1-------------------------------------------------------------34 ? [F1]
1-15:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto next ROW
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) made any
payments for the following?
Read each item on list
99:
888:
Goto S15A_END
IF no more grid lines then goto S15A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
SCREEN 2 ------------------------------------------------------------------------35 ? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) made any payments for -Read each item on list
1. Eye examinations, treatment, or surgery
2. Purchase of eye glasses or contact lenses
3. Dental care
4. Hospital room or hospital services
5. Services by medical professionals other than physicians
6. Physician services
7. Lab tests or x-rays
8. Care in convalescent or nursing homes
9. Care for invalids, convalescents, handicapped, or elderly persons in the home
10. Adult day care centers
11. Other medical care and services
12. Hearing aids
13. Prescription drugs
14. Purchase or rental of supportive or rehabilitative equipment
15. Purchase or rental of medical or surgical equipment for general use
95. Continue List
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete a line
15A
MEDPDESC
DESCRIPTION
IF ITEM = 14 or 15 then goto MEDPPRNT
ELSE goto MEDPGFTC
Ask if not apparent
Describe the care/service/item.
Description
(MEDPDESC)
15A
MEDPPRNT
MEDPPRNT
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
Goto MEDPGFTC
Ask if not apparent
Was this for a purchase or rental?
Description
(MEDPDESC)
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
1. Purchase
2. Rental
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Tag Name
Variable Name
15A
MEDPGFTC
MEDPGFTC
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Goto MONTH
Ask if not apparent
(Was/Were) the (description) for a member of your household or someone outside of your
household?
Description
(MEDPDESC)
15A
MEDPMTMO
MONTH
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
1. Household member
2. Non-household member
In what month was(were) the payment(s) made?
( * Enter 13 for same amount each month of the reference period./ )
Description
(MEDPDESC)
15A
MEDPMTX
AMOUNT
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. (Same amount each month/ )
(What was the total amount paid in (month)?/What was the total amount paid?/What is your
monthly expense?)
Description
(MEDPDESC)
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF (MONTH is not within the
reference period) then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
13,DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1-999999: IF [(MEDPCARY = 110 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2000)
or (MEDPCARY = 120 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 450) or
(MEDPCARY = 200 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 1400) or (MEDPCARY
= 330 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 5000) or (MEDPCARY = 410 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 800) or (MEDPCARY = 420 and AMOUNT lt 5 or
gt 379) or (MEDPCARY = 510 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 800) or
(MEDPCARY = 520 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 8000) or
(MEDPCARY = 530 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 650) or (MEDPCARY =
610 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 5000) or (MEDPCARY = 620 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 333) or (MEDPCARY = 635 and AMOUNT lt 6 or
gt 1350) or (MEDPCARY = 655 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 500) or
(MEDPCARY = 700 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 10,700) or
(MEDPCARY = 710 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1200) ] AND (MONTH
ne 13) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF MEDPCARY and AMOUNT for this record = data
on the prechart/input AND (that prechart records MEDPMTMO
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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does not equal 13) then goto ERR_DUP
ELSE goto C
15A
MEDPCB_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
DK,RF:
C:
Goto C
Goto COMBCODE
EMPTY:
15A
MEDPCMB
COMBCODE
34-36
Goto MORE
IF anything other than 'C' or blank is entered then goto CK_C
Goto MORE
? [F1]
What is (description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Description
(MEDPDESC)
15A
MEDPMORE
MORE
1. Eye examinations, treatments, or surgery
2. Purchase of eye glasses or contact lenses
3. Dental care
4. Hospital room or hospital services
5. Services by medical professionals other than physicians
6. Physician services
7. Lab tests or x-rays
8. Care in convalescent or nursing homes
9. Care for invalids, convalescents, handicapped, or elderly persons in the home
10. Adult day care centers
11. Other medical care and services
12. Hearing aids
13. Prescription drugs
14. Purchase or rental of supportive or rehabilitative equipment
15. Purchase or rental of medical or surgical equipment for general use
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did (you/you or any members of your household) make any other payments for (description)?
Description
(MEDPDESC)
15B
S15B_INTRO
S15BINTRO
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
Amount
Month
(MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)
1. Yes
2. No
34 - 36
1:
IF ROW number = 40 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line on the grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 40 then goto S15A_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line on the grid
Goto ITEM
Now I am going to ask some questions about your reimbursements.
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
By reimbursements I mean any money received for any members of your household from an
insurance company, medical care provider or non-household member for medical expenses
which you previously paid or will pay.
Do not include reimbursements from any consumer-driven health plans such as Flexible
Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA), Health Savings Accounts
(HSA), High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP), or Medical Savings Accounts (MSA).
Description
(MEDRDESC)
15B
MDC_ITEM
ITEM
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
SCREEN 1 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------34
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) received
any medical reimbursements for the items I just asked about?
IF YES - What did you get reimbursed for?
1-15:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto next ROW
99:
Goto S15B_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S15B_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list
SCREEN 2 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------35
? [F1]
Have you received any reimbursements for -Read each item on list
1. Eye examinations, treatment, or surgery
2. Purchase of eye glasses or contact lenses
3. Dental care
4. Hospital room or hospital services
5. Services by medical professionals other than physicians
6. Physician services
7. Lab tests or x-rays
8. Care in convalescent or nursing homes
9. Care for invalids, convalescents, handicapped, or elderly persons in the home
10. Adult day care centers
11. Other medical care and services
12. Hearing aids
13. Prescription drugs
14. Purchase or rental of supportive or rehabilitative equipment
15. Purchase or rental of medical or surgical equipment for general use
95. Continue List
99. None/No more entries
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Tag Name
Variable Name
15B
MEDRDESC
DESCRIPTION
Question Text
Skip Instructions
888. Delete a line
IF ITEM = 14 or 15 then goto MEDRPRNT
ELSE goto MEDRGFTC
Ask if not apparent
Describe the care/service/item.
Description
(MEDRDESC)
15B
MEDRPRNT
MEDRPRNT
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
Goto MEDRGFTC
Ask if not apparent
Was this for a purchase or rental?
Description
(MEDRDESC)
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
1. Purchase
2. Rental
15B
MEDRGFTC
MEDRGFTC
Goto MONTH
Ask if not apparent
(Was/Were) the (description) for a member of your household or someone outside of your
household?
Description
(MEDRDESC)
15B
MEDRMBMO
MONTH
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
1. Household member
2. Non-household member
In what month was(were) the reimbursement(s) received?
Description
(MEDRDESC)
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry not within the reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
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Question Text
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10. October
11. November
12. December
15B
MEDRMBX
AMOUNT
What was the total amount received (in month)?
Description
(MEDRDESC)
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
1-999999: IF (MEDRCARY = 110 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2300)
OR (MEDRCARY = 120 and AMOUNT lt 13 or gt 450) OR
(MEDRCARY = 200 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 1400) OR
(MEDRCARY = 330 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 5000) OR
(MEDRCARY = 410 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 800) OR (MEDRCARY
= 420 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 980) OR (MEDRCARY = 510 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 800) OR (MEDRCARY = 520 and AMOUNT lt 5
or gt 8000) OR (MEDRCARY = 530 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 650)
OR (MEDRCARY = 610 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 3208) OR
(MEDRCARY = 620 and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt 850) OR
(MEDRCARY = 635 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 1350) OR
(MEDRCARY = 655 and AMOUNT lt 32 or gt 500) OR
(MEDRCARY = 700 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 10700) or
(MEDRCARY = 710 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1200) then goto
ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF MEDRCARY and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data in the pre-chart/input then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSE goto C
DK,RF:
15B
MEDRCB_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined reimbursement
C:
EMPTY:
15B
MEDRCMB
COMBCODE
34-36
Goto C
Goto COMBCODE
Goto MORE
IF anything other than 'C' or the enter key is entered then goto
CK_C
Goto MORE
? [F1]
What other medical reimbursement is (description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Description
(MEDRDESC)
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
1. Eye examinations, treatments, or surgery
2. Purchase of eye glasses or contact lenses
3. Dental care
4. Hospital room or hospital services
5. Services by medical professionals other than physicians
6. Physician services
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Tag Name
MEDRMORE
Variable Name
MORE
Question Text
7. Lab tests or x-rays
8. Care in convalescent or nursing homes
9. Care for invalids, convalescents, handicapped, or elderly persons in the home
10. Adult day care centers
11. Other medical care and services
12. Hearing aids
13. Prescription drugs
14. Purchase or rental of supportive or rehabilitative equipment
15. Purchase or rental of medical or surgical equipment for general use
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any other reimbursements for
(description)?
Description
(MEDRDESC)
16
EDA_INTRO
EDA_INTRO
Skip Instructions
Amount
Month
(MEDRMBX) (MEDRMBMO)
1. Yes
2. No
37
1:
IF ROW number = 22 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 22 then goto S15B_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
Goto BTableA.Brow.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about education expenses. Please
include any direct payments made for any members of your
household or for anyone outside your household and any payments you
made online or had automatically deducted.
Do NOT include payments made on student loans
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
16
EDA_ITEM
ITEM
1. Enter 1 to Continue
37 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) paid for
any Read each item on list.
Baby sitting and in home day care are collected in Section 19A
Do not include payments on student loans. They are collected in Section 22.
1-9:
Goto DESCRIPTION
99:
Goto S16_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S16_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
1. Recreational lessons or other instructions?
2. Preschool or child day care centers?
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16
Tag Name
EDUDESC
16
EDUCGFTC
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
DESCRIPTION
3. Tuition?
4. Housing while attending school?
5. Food or board while attending school?
6. Private school bus service?
7. Test preparation or tutoring services?
8. Purchase of any school books, supplies, or equipment which has not already been reported?
9. Other school related expenses not already reported?
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
What was the expense for?
Goto WHO
WHO
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
Was this expense for?
IF ITEM = 3 or 8 then goto SCHOOL
ELSE goto MONTH
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
1. Someone inside the household?
2. Someone outside the household?
16
EDSCHL_A
SCHOOL
Ask if not apparent.
Goto MONTH
What kind of school or facility was it?
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
16
EDMONTHA
MONTH
1. College or university
2. Elementary through high school
3. Child day care center
4. Nursery school or preschool
5. Vocational or technical school
6. Other
In what month was the payment made?
Enter 13 for same amount each month of the reference period.
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry not in reference period
then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
13,DK,RF:
Goto AMOUNT
1. January
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Tag Name
EDEXOXA
Variable Name
Question Text
AMOUNT
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. Same amount each month.
(How much was paid?/How much is paid monthly?)
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
16
EDUCMB_S
C
Enter 'C' for a combined expense
Skip Instructions
1-999999: IF (EDUC_AY = 100 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 544) OR
(EDUC_AY = 200 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 1120) OR (EDUC_AY =
300 and AMOUNT lt 28 or gt 6000) OR (EDUC_AY = 310 and
AMOUNT lt 35 or gt 3000) OR (EDUC_AY = 320 and AMOUNT lt
10 or gt 1980) OR (EDUC_AY = 340 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 465)
OR (EDUC_AY = 345 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 600) OR (EDUC_AY
= 350 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 500) OR (EDUC_AY = 360 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 600) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF EDUC_AY and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data in the prechart/input AND
(that prechart records EDMONTHA does not equal 13) then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSE goto C
DK,RF:
C:
EMPTY:
16
EDUCMB
COMBCODE
37
? [F1]
Goto C
Goto COMBCODE
Goto REIMB
IF any entry other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered then goto
CK_C
Goto REIMB
What was combined with (Description)?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
1. Recreational lessons or other instructions
2. Preschool or child day care centers
3. Tuition
4. Housing while attending school
5. Food or board while attending school
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16
Tag Name
EDREIMB
Variable Name
REIMB
Question Text
Skip Instructions
6. Private school bus service
7. Test preparation or tutoring services
8. Purchase of any school books, supplies, or equipment which has not already been reported
9. Other school related expenses not already reported
77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)
Has any of this amount been or will any of it be reimbursed
by an employer, agency, or other person?
1:
Goto REIMBX
2,DK,RF:
Goto MORE
1-999999:
IF entry lt 15 or gt 6000 then goto ERR1_REIMBX
ELSE goto MORE
DK,RF:
Goto MORE
Do not include reimbursements from dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Description Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
16
EDREIMBX
REIMBX
1. Yes
2. No
How much was or will be reimbursed?
Do not include reimbursements from dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA).
16
EDUMORE
MORE
Description Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
Did you make any other payments for (Description)?
Description
Type
Month
Amount
(EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) (EDEXOXA)
17A
SUB_INTRO
SUB_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
38
1:
IF ROW number = 34 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 34 then goto S16_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
Goto BTableA.Brow.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about expenses for subscriptions, memberships, books, and
entertainment. Please remember to include any payments you made online or had automatically
deducted. Also, include any shipping and handling charges with the cost of any item that was
shipped.
Description
(SUBDESC)
17A
SUB_ITEM
ITEM
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
38 ? [F1]
1-27:
Goto DESCRIPTION
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Variable Name
Question Text
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SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
95:
Goto next row
Since the first of (reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household) had any
membership costs or other expenses related to any of the following? Do not include
contributions to or membership in religious, professional, business, or other tax deductible
organizations.
99:
Goto S17A_END
888:
IF no more grid lines goto S17A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list.
SCREEN 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
purchased any of the following items for your household or for someone outside your
household?
Read each item on list
SCREEN 3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Have you purchased any Read each item on list
Report blank tapes, CDs, and DVDs in Section 6B under item code 11
1. Golf courses or country clubs
2. Health clubs, fitness centers, swimming pools, weight loss centers, or other sports or recreational
organizations
3. Fees for participating in sports such as golf, bowling, biking, hockey, football, or swimming
4. Vacation clubs
5. Civic, service, fraternal, or other social organizations
6. Credit card membership fees
7. Shopping club memberships including warehouse clubs like Sam's Club and discount memberships
like Amazon Prime
8. Direct or online dating services
9. Single or season tickets to spectator sports events such as football, baseball, hockey racing, or track
events
10. Single or season tickets to plays, operas, or concerts
11. Tickets to movies, parks, or museums
12. Single copies of newspapers, magazines, or periodicals including digital
13. Subscriptions to newspapers, magazines, or periodicals, including digital
14. Encyclopedias or other reference books
15. Books purchased through a book club
16. Books or digital books not purchased through a book club. Do not include school books or reference
books.
17. Photographic film or disposable cameras
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Tag Name
SUBDESC
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
DESCRIPTION
18. Film processing or the printing of digital photography
19. Purchases music files, CDs, or records
20. Subsicriptoin music services such as Rhapsody or Pandora
21. Purchased video files, Blu-Ray discs, or DVDs
22. Rented video files or DVDs
23. Streaming video subscriptions
24. Purchased video games, not including computer games
25. Rented video games
26. Applications, games, or ringtones for a cellphone or mobile device not already reporte
What is the name of the (description)?
Goto WHO
Description
(SUBDESC)
17A
S17GFTCA
WHO
Was this purchase for your household or someone outside your household?
Description
(SUBDESC)
17A
SUBMO
MONTH
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
1. For household
2. For someone outside your household
In what month did you have this expense?
(* Enter 13 for same amount each month of the reference period/
Description
(SUBDESC)
Goto SUBMO
REF_MONTH – CUR_MONTH: Goto AMOUNT
)
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
13: IF ITEM = 3-7, 9-14, 16-19, 21, 24, 26, or 27 then goto
CK_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
DK, RF: go to AMOUNT
17A
SUBEXPX
AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. (Same amount each month/ )
(What was the total amount of this expense?/What is (you/your household) monthly expense?)
((Include shipping and handling fees./ ))
If (ITEM = 1 or 2 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1060) OR (ITEM = 3 and
AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 750) OR (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT lt 800 or gt
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Variable Name
Question Text
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(Include ticket/admission service fees and surcharges/ )
Description
(SUBDESC)
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
10,000) OR (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 300) OR (ITEM = 6
and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 300) OR (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt
300) OR (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1200) OR (ITEM = 9 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2500) OR (ITEM = 10 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt
720) OR (ITEM = 11 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 320) OR (ITEM = 12
and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 250) OR (ITEM = 13 and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt
145) OR (ITEM = 14 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 550) OR (ITEM = 15
and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt 145) OR (ITEM = 16 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt
300) OR (ITEM = 17 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 100) OR (ITEM = 18
and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 150) OR (ITEM = 19 and AMOUNT lt 1 or gt
250) OR (ITEM = 20 and AMOUNT lt 1 or gt 100) OR (ITEM = 21
and AMOUNT lt 1 or gt 209) OR (ITEM = 22 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt
150) OR (ITEM = 23 and AMOUNT lt 1 or gt 100) OR (ITEM = 24
and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 200) OR (ITEM = 25 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt
390) OR (ITEM = 26 and AMOUNT lt 1 or gt 30) OR (ITEM = 27 and
AMOUNT lt 1 or gt 50) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF ITEMCODEOUT and the entry in AMOUNT for this record
are equal to any records data on the pre-chart/Input then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSEIF ITEM = 19, 21, 22, 23, or 26, goto C
ELSE goto MORE
17A
S17ACM_S
17A
S17ACMB
C
COMBCODE
Enter a 'C' for a combined expense.
C:
empty:
Description
(SUBDESC)
If anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered goto CK_C
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
What other expense is the (description) combined with?
goto COMBCODE
goto MORE
Goto MORE
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Description
(SUBDESC)
17A
S17AOTHR
MORE
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
19. Purchased music files, CDs, or records
21. Purchased video files, Blu-Ray discs, or DVDs
22. Rented video files or DVDs
23. Streaming video subscriptions
26. Applications, games, or ringtones for a cellphone or mobile device not already reported
Did you (purchase/pay for renting/pay for) any other (description)?
Description
(SUBDESC)
Month
Amount
(SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)
1:
IF ROW number = 40 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
Goto ITEM, next line of grid
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18A
Tag Name
ANYOUTSD
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
ANYOUTSD
1. Yes
2. No
Now I am going to ask about trips and vacations.
Since the first of (reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household) taken any
trips entirely
paid for by anyone outside your household, such as a business, employer, or relative?
1:
18A
NUMOUTSD
NUMOUTSD
18A
ANYYUPD
ANYYUPD
18A
FOODYUPD
FOODYUPD
1. Yes
2. No
How many?
Even on trips entirely paid for by someone outside of your household there are sometimes
miscellaneous expenses which are not paid for. Did (you/your household) have any expenses
on (this trip/these trips) that will not be covered by a business, employer or other non-household
member?
1. Yes
2. No
Did these expenses include anything for . . .
Goto NUMOUTSD
2,DK,RF:
Goto CHKUNTRP
Goto ANYYUPD
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto FOODYUPD
Goto CHKUNTRP
Goto LODGYUPD
. . . Food and beverages?
18A
LODGYUPD
LODGYUPD
1. Yes
2. No
Did these expenses include anything for . . .
Goto TRANYUPD
. . . Lodging?
18A
TRANYUPD
TRANYUPD
1. Yes
2. No
Did these expenses include anything for . . .
Goto ELSEYUPD
. . . Transportation?
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
18A
ELSEYUPD
ELSEYUPD
Did these expenses include . . .
1:
. . . Anything else?
Goto S18AELSE
2,DK,RF:
Goto TOTYUPDX
1. Yes
2. No
18A
S18AELSE
S18AELSE
Goto TOTYUPDX
18A
TOTYUPDX
TOTYUPDX
What was the total amount of these expenses?
18A
ENDTRP1
ENDTRP1
(Last interview you reported (# unfinished trips) (trip/trips) which had not yet ended. I'd like to
Specify:
1-99999999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 1200 then goto ERR1_TOTYUPDX
ELSE goto CHKUNTRP
DK,RF:
Goto CHKUNTRP
0: IF no more unended trips then exit block and goto ANYTRIPS
ELSE goto next line on grid
In what month did your trip to (place) end?
Destination
(TRPPLACE)
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF ENDTRP1 is not within reference
period then goto ERR3_ENDTRP1
ELSE goto ANYBOTH1
DK,RF:
18A
ANYBOTH1
ANYBOTH1
0. Trip not ended
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
Did a business, employer, or any other non-household member pay any of
the costs for this trip?
Goto ANYBOTH1
IF no more unended trips then exit the block and goto ANYTRIPS
ELSE goto ENDTRP1, next line of grid
18A
ANYTRIPS
ANYTRIPS
1. Yes
2. No
40
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
taken (any trips/any other trips) for reasons such as:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto TRPPLACE
Goto S18A_END
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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* Visiting relatives or friends?
* Business?
* Recreational trips?
* Other trips overnight or longer?
* Day trips of at least 75 miles away from home?
18A
TRIPPLAC
TRIPPLAC
1. Yes
2. No
Where did (you/your household) go?
Enter 888 to delete the trip
18A
DESTCODE
DESTCODE
Destination
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
? [F1]
Type state abbreviation for a U.S. destination or X for foreign country destination
30 characters:
888:
Goto DESTCODE
Goto S18MORE
2 character state abbrev.,DK,RF:
X:
Goto ENDTRP2
Goto FOREIGN
Destination
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
18A
FOREIGN
18A
ENDTRP2
FOREIGN
ENDTRP2
Select the country or region.
1. Africa
2. Asia
3. Australia
4. Canada
5. Caribbean
6. Central America
7. Europe
8. Mexico
9. Middle East
10. South America
11. South Pacific
In what month did this trip end?
(0) Trip not ended
Destination
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
Goto ENDTRP2
0:
Goto S18MORE
REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF trip is not within the reference
period, then goto ERR3_ENDTRP2
ELSEIF INTNMBR = 1 goto S18MORE
ELSE goto MORTHONE
DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 1 goto S18MORE
ELSE goto MORTHONE
0. Trip not ended
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18A
Tag Name
MORTHONE
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
MORTHONE
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
Did you take more than one trip to (trip destination) in (month trip ended)?
1:
Destination
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
18A
NUMTRIPS
18A
ANYBOTH2
NUMTRIPS
ANYBOTH2
1. Yes
2. No
How many times did you go to (trip destination)
in (month trip ended)?
Destination
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
Were any of the expenses for (this trip/these trips) paid for
by anyone outside of your household?
Goto NUMTRIPS
2,DK,RF: Goto ANYBOTH2
Goto ANYBOTH2
Goto S18MORE
Destination
Ended
How paid
Number of trips
(TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) (NUMTRIPS)
18A
S18MORE
S18MORE
1. Yes
2. No
40
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month) , have you taken any other trips for reasons such as:
1:
Goto TRIPPLAC, next line on the grid
2,DK,RF:
Goto S18A_END
* Visiting relatives or friends?
* Business?
* Recreational trips?
* Other trips overnight or longer?
* Day trips of at least 75 miles away from home?
1. Yes
2. No
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
18BC
NUMNIGHT
NUMNIGHT
(Now I'm going to ask you about the (trip) that (you/your household) took to (trip place) ending in
(month trip ended)/ You told me that someone outside your household paid for part of the (TRIP)
(you/your household) took to
(trip place). In the next questions, I'm interested only in the costs (you/your household) had to
pay, not those paid by someone else."
0-800:
IF entry gt 90 then goto ERR1_NUMNIGHT
ELSE goto PKGTRIP
DK,RF:
888:
Goto PKGTRIP
Goto S18BC_END
(Since (you/your CU) took a set of similar trips to (Trip destination) in (month trip ended) , I will
ask about them as a group. Please give the total of all these trips for each of the following
questions.)
How many nights did (you/you or any members of your household) spend away from home on
(these trips/this trip)?
18BC
PKGTRIP
PKGTRIP
Enter 0 for none
Enter 888 to delete this trip
(Sometimes when people take a trip they have some sort of package deal that covers some or all
of the costs./ )
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto FOODDEAL
Goto TRPTRNS
Was all or part of (these trips/this trip) covered by a package deal?
18BC
FOODDEAL
FOODDEAL
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include . . .
Goto LODGDEAL
. . . Food and beverages?
18BC
LODGDEAL
LODGDEAL
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include . . .
Goto TRANDEAL
. . . Lodging?
18BC
TRANDEAL
TRANDEAL
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include . . .
Goto ELSEDEAL
. . . Transportation?
1. Yes
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
18BC
ELSEDEAL
ELSEDEAL
Did the package deal include . . .
Skip Instructions
2. No
. . . Anything else?
1:
Goto S18BELSE
2,DK,RF: Goto PKGTRIPX
1. Yes
2. No
18BC
S18BELSE
S18BELSE
18BC
PKGTRIPX
PKGTRIPX
18BC
TRPTRNS
TRPTRNS
Specify:
How much did (you/your household) pay for the package deal?
40
? [F1]
Starting at the beginning of this trip, please tell me all the kinds of transportation
(you/you or any members of your household) used from the time you (they) left home to the time
you (they) got back home.
Enter all that apply, separate with commas
18BC
CMLOCALX
CMLOCALX
1. Local (taxi, etc.)
2. Airplane
3. Train
4. Bus
5. Ship
6. Automobile, truck, van (Rented)
7. Motorcycle, moped (Rented)
8. Private plane (Rented)
9. Boat, trailer (Rented)
10. Camper (Rented)
11. Other vehicles (Rented)
12. Automobiles or other vehicles privately owned or leased by household
13. Vehicle owned by someone else (Private)
14. Other transport (Private)
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for local transportation (taxi,
etc.)
(other than what the package deal covered/
)?
Goto PKGTRIPX
1-999999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 7000 then goto ERR1_PKGTRIPX
ELSE goto TRPTRNS
DK,RF:
Goto TRPTRNS
1-14:
IF 1 is selected then goto CMLOCALX
ELSEIF 2 is selected then goto CMPLANEX
ELSEIF 3 is selected then goto CMTRAINX
ELSEIF 4 is selected then goto CMBUSX
ELSEIF 5 is selected then goto CMSHIPX
ELSEIF 6 is selected then goto RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected then goto RTOTHERX
ELSEIF 12-14 is selected then goto ANYGAS
DK,RF:
Goto LODGING
IF entry gt 640 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_CMLOCALX
ELSEIF 2 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMPLANEX
ELSEIF 3 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMTRAINX
ELSEIF 4 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMBUSX
ELSEIF 5 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMSHIPX
ELSEIF 6 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
18BC
CMPLANEX
CMPLANEX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for airfare (other than what
the package deal covered/
)?
18BC
CMTRAINX
CMTRAINX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for train fare (other than what
the package deal covered/
)?
18BC
CMBUSX
CMBUSX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for bus fare (other than what
the package deal covered/
)?
18BC
CMSHIPX
CMSHIPX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for ship fare (other than what
the package deal covered/
)?
18BC
RTCARX
RTCARX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for rented automobiles,
trucks or vans, not including
gas (you/you or any members of your household) bought (other than what the package deal
Skip Instructions
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSEIF 12-14 are selected in TRPTRNS then goto ANYGAS
ELSE goto LODGING
IF entry gt 2000 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_COMPLANEX
ELSEIF 3 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMTRAINX
ELSEIF 4 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMBUSX
ELSEIF 5 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMSHIPX
ELSEIF 6 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSEIF 12-14 are selected in TRPTRNS then goto ANYGAS
ELSE goto LODGING
IF entry gt 800 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_CMTRAINX
ELSEIF 4 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMBUSX
ELSEIF 5 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMSHIPX
ELSEIF 6 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSEIF 12-14 are selected in TRPTRNS then goto ANYGAS
ELSE goto LODGING
IF entry gt 315 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_CMBUSX
ELSEIF 5 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto CMSHIPX
ELSEIF 6 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSEIF 12-14 are selected in TRPTRNS then goto ANYGAS
ELSE goto LODGING
IF entry gt 2800 and ne DK or RF, then goto ERR1_CMSHIPX
ELSEIF 6 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSEIF 12-14 are selected in TRPTRNS then goto ANYGAS
ELSE goto LODGING
IF entry gt 1400 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_RTCARX
ELSEIF 7 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
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Question Text
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covered/
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSE goto ANYGAS
IF entry gt 250 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_RTMOPEDX
ELSEIF 8 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSE goto ANYGAS
IF entry gt 6000 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_RTPLANEX
ELSEIF 9 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSE goto ANYGAS
IF entry gt 400 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_RTBOATX
ELSEIF 10 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSE goto ANYGAS
)?
(* Do not include any rental costs already collected in Section 10 / )
18BC
RTMOPEDX
RTMOPEDX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for rented motorcycles or
mopeds, not including gas (you/you or any members of your household) bought (other than what
the package deal covered/
)?
(* Do not include any rental costs already collected in Section 10 /
)
18BC
RTPLANEX
RTPLANEX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for rented private planes,
not including gas (you/you or any members of your household) bought (other than what the
package deal covered/
)?
18BC
RTBOATX
RTBOATX
(*Do not include any rental costs already collected in Section 10 / )
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for rented boats or trailers,
not including gas (you/you or any members of your household) bought (other than what the
package deal covered/
)?
18BC
RTCAMPX
RTCAMPX
(* Do not include any rental costs already collected in Section 10 / )
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for rented campers,
not including gas (you/you or any members of your household) bought (other than what the
package deal covered/
)?
18BC
RTOTHERX
RTOTHERX
18BC
ANYGAS
ANYGAS
IF entry gt 1375 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_RTCAMPX
ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX
ELSE goto ANYGAS
(* Do not include any rental costs already collected in Section 10 / )
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for other rented vehicle
transportation,
not including gas (you/you or any members of your household) bought (other than what the
package deal covered/
)?
IF entry gt 870 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_RTOTHERX
ELSE goto ANYGAS
(* Do not include any rental costs already collected in Section 10 / )
While on the trip did (you/you or any members of your household) stop to buy any gasoline,
diesel fuel, or any other fuels?
1:
Goto GASOILX
2,DK,RF:
18BC
GASOILX
GASOILX
18BC
ANYTOLL
ANYTOLL
1. Yes
2. No
(How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for that?/What costs for
gasoline or other fuels won't be reimbursed?)
While on the trip, did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for tolls, not
already reported?
IF entry gt 256 and ne DK or RF then goto ERR1_GASOILX
ELSE goto ANYTOLL
1:
Goto TRPTOLLX
2,DK,RF
18BC
TRPTOLLX
TRPTOLLX
1. Yes
2. No
(How much did (you/you or any members of your household) spend for tolls?/What costs for tolls
won't be reimbursed?)
Goto ANYTOLL
Goto ANYPARK
IF entry gt 50 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPTOLLX
ELSE goto ANYPARK
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
18BC
ANYPARK
ANYPARK
Did (you/you or any members of your household) have any parking fees?
1:
Goto PARKINGX
2,DK,RF: Goto LODGING
18BC
PARKINGX
PARKINGX
18BC
LODGING
LODGING
18BC
LDGCOSTX
LDGCOSTX
18BC
TRPFOOD
TRPFOOD
1. Yes
2. No
(How much were they?/What cost for parking fees won't be reimbursed?)
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for hotels, motels, cottages,
trailer camps,
or other lodging (not counting what the package deal covered/ )?
(Do not include expenses previously reported for vacation clubs.)
1. Yes
2. No
(What was the cost, including taxes and tips?/What costs for lodging, including taxes and tips,
won't be reimbursed?)
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for meals, snacks, or drinks at
restaurants,
bars, or fast food places (not counting what the package deal covered/
)?
IF entry gt 100 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_PARKINGX
ELSE goto LODGING
1:
Goto LDGCOSTX
2,DK,RF: Goto TRPFOOD
IF entry gt 1600 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_LDGCOSTX
ELSE goto TRPFOOD
1:
Goto TRPFOODX
2,DK,RF:
18BC
TRPFOODX
TRPFOODX
1. Yes
2. No
(What was the cost, including taxes and tips?/What costs for these things won't be reimbursed?)
18BC
TRPALCIN
TRPALCIN
Was any of the (amount/$ (entry in TRPFOODX) for alcoholic beverages?
1:
1. Yes
2. No
(What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including taxes and trips?/What costs for alcoholic
beverages, including taxes and tips, won't be reimburs
2,DK,RF:
18BC
TRPALCHX
TRPALCHX
18BC
ANYGROC
ANYGROC
18BC
TRPGROCX
TRPGROCX
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for food or beverages at
grocery stores,
convenience stores, or liquor stores on this trip?
1. Yes
2. No
(What were the expenses, including taxes?/What costs, including taxes, won't be reimbursed?)
Goto ANYGROC
IF entry gt 700 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPFOODX
ELSE goto TRPALCIN
Goto TRPALCHX
Goto ANYGROC
IF entry gt 210 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPALCHX
ELSE goto ANYGROC
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto TRPGROCX
Goto ANYSPEQP
IF entry gt 300 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPGROCX
ELSE goto ANYALC
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
18BC
ANYALC
ANYALC
Was any of the (amount/$ (entry in TRPGROCX) ) for alcoholic beverages?
1:
1. Yes
2. No
(What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including taxes?/What costs for alcoholic
beverages, including taxes, won't be reimbursed?)
41 ? [F1]
2,DK,RF: Goto ANYSPEQP
Did (you/you or any members of your household) pay any fees to play sports, exercise, or rent
an sports equipment
(not counting what the package deal covered/ )?
2,DK,RF:
18BC
TRPALCGX
TRPALCGX
18BC
ANYSPEQP
ANYSPEQP
18BC
TRPSPRTX
TRPSPRTX
18BC
ANYENTER
ANYENTER
1. Yes
2. No
(How much did (you/you or any member of your CU) pay?/What costs for playing sports or
renting sports equipment won't be reimbursed?)
41 ? [F1]
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything on this trip for entertainment or
admissions (not counting what the package deal covered/ )?
18BC
TRPETRTX
TRPETRTX
18BC
ANYMISC
ANYMISC
1. Yes
2. No
(How much did (you/you or any member of your CU) spend?/What costs for entertainment and
admissions won't be reimbursed?)
Did (you/you or any members of your household) have any expenses for this trip such as for
souvenirs, tourist booklets, and so on?
Goto TRPALCGX
IF entry gt 150 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPALCGX
ELSE goto ANYSPEQP
1:
Goto TRPSPRTX
Goto ANYENTER
IF entry gt 600 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPSPRTX
ELSE goto ANYENTER
1:
Goto TRPETRTX
2,DK,RF:
Goto ANYMISC
IF entry gt 682 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPETRTX
ELSE goto ANYMISC
1:
Goto TRMISCX
2,DK,RF: Gxit block and goto BlkSect18_BC_3.CHKTCOMB
18BC
TRMISCX
TRMISCX
18BC
CHKTCOMB
CHKTCOMB
1. Yes
2. No
(How much were these expenses?/What costs for these things won't be reimbursed?)
Are there combined expenses for this trip the respondent
was not able to separate?
IF entry gt 600 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRMISCX
ELSE exit block and goto BlkSect18_BC_3.CHKTCOMB
1:
Goto TCOMBEST
2:
Goto TRPGFTC
1. Yes
2. No
18BC
TCOMBEST
TCOMBEST
18BC
FOODCOMB
FOODCOMB
(Only those expenses the respondent could not provide individual expenses for should be combined
and entered here./
Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for . . .
IF entry gt 6000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TCOMBEST
ELSE goto FOODCOMB
Goto LODGCOMB
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
. . . Food?
18BC
LODGCOMB
LODGCOMB
1. Yes
2. No
Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for . . .
Goto TRANCOMB
. . . Lodging
18BC
TRANCOMB
TRANCOMB
1. Yes
2. No
Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for . . .
Goto ELSECOMB
. . .Transportation?
18BC
ELSECOMB
ELSECOMB
1. Yes
2. No
Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for . . .
Goto OTHRCOMB
. . . Other expenses?
18BC
OTHRCOMB
OTHRCOMB
1. Yes
2. No
Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include . . .
Goto TRPGFTC
. . . Any expenses for others?
18BC
TRPGFTC
TRPGFTC
1. Yes
2. No
(You've told me about many expenses (you/you or your CU) had on this trip. Were any of these
expens
1:
Goto TRPGTCX
2,DK,RF:
18BC
TRPGFTCX
TRPGFTCX
18E
ANYNONCU
ANYNONCU
1. Yes
2. No
(How much of the total expenses for this trip were for persons outside your CU?/How much of
the tota
Sometimes people in a household don't take a trip themselves, but pay for
part or all of a trip that someone else takes. Since the first of
Goto S18BC_END
IF entry gt 1100 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_TRPGFTCX
ELSE goto S18BC_END
1:
Goto NUMNONCU
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
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(reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) paid for part or all of
such a trip for any non-household members?
2,DK,RF:
18E
NUMNONCU
NUMNONCU
1. Yes
2. No
How many trips?
18E
FOODNOCU
FOODNOCU
Did these expenses include anything for...
Goto S18E_END
Goto FOODNOCU
Goto LODGNOCU
. . . Food and beverages?
18E
LODGNOCU
LODGNOCU
1. Yes
2. No
Did these expenses include anything for...
Goto TRANNOCU
. . . Lodging?
18E
TRANNOCU
TRANNOCU
1. Yes
2. No
Did these expenses include anything for...
Goto ELSENOCU
. . . Transportation?
18E
ELSENOCU
ELSENOCU
1. Yes
2. No
Did these expenses include ...
. . . Anything else?
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto S18EELSE
Goto TRNONCUX
1. Yes
2. No
18E
S18EELSE
S18EELSE
18E
TRNONCUX
TRNONCUX
Specify:
What was the total amount that (you/your household) paid for
(that trip/those trips)?
Goto TRNONCUX
IF entry lt 25 or gt 3000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_TRNONCUX
ELSE goto S18E_END
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
18F
ANYLOC
ANYLOC
Sometimes people stay overnight in a local hotel or motel during holidays, family
getaways, moves, or home repair. Since the first of (reference month), have
(you/you or any members of your household) stayed overnight in a local hotel or motel?
1:
18F
NUMLOC
NUMLOC
18F
ANYLOCDL
ANYLOCDL
18F
FOODLCDL
FOODLCDL
1. Yes
2. No
How many nights did (you/you or any members of your household) spend away from home on
this stay?
Sometimes when people stay away from home overnight they have some
sort of package deal that covers some or all of the costs. Was all
or part of this stay covered by anything like that?
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include anything for. . .
Goto BlkSect18_F.NUMLOC
2,DK,RF:
Goto S18F_END
Goto ANYLOCDL
1:
Goto FOODLCDL
2,DK,RF:
Goto ANYLODGE
Goto LODGLCDL
. . . Food and beverages?
18F
LODGLCDL
LODGLCDL
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include anything for. . .
Goto ENTRLCDL
. . .Lodging?
18F
ENTRLCDL
ENTRLCDL
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include anything for. . .
Goto ELSELCDL
. . . Entertainment?
18F
ELSELCDL
ELSELCDL
1. Yes
2. No
Did the package deal include . . .
. . . Anything else?
1:
Goto S18FELSE
2,DK,RF: Goto LOCDEALX
1. Yes
2. No
18F
S18FELSE
S18FELSE
Specify:
Goto LOCDEALX
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Variable Name
Question Text
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18F
LOCDEALX
LOCDEALX
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) pay for the package deal?
18F
ANYLODGE
ANYLODGE
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for hotels, motels,
cottages, trailer camps, or other lodging (not counting what the package deal covered/
IF entry gt 1500 and (ne DK or RF) then goto ERR1_LOCDEALX
ELSE goto ANYLODGE
1:
Goto LOCLODGX
)?
2,DK,RF: Goto ANYMEAL
18F
LOCLODGX
LOCLODGX
18F
ANYMEAL
ANYMEAL
1. Yes
2. No
What was the cost, including taxes and tips?
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for meals, snacks, or drinks
at restaurants, bars, or fast food places (not counting what the package deal covered/ )?
IF entry lt 22 or gt 648 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_LOCLODGX
ELSE goto ANYMEAL
1:
Goto LOCMEALX
2,DK,RF:
18F
LOCMEALX
LOCMEALX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the cost, including taxes and tips?
18F
ANYALCML
ANYALCML
Was any of the (amount/(entry in LOCMEALX)) for alcoholic beverages?
1. Yes
2. No
What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including taxes and tips?
18F
ALCMEALX
ALCMEALX
18F
ANYLCGR
ANYLCGR
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything for food or beverages at
grocery stores, convenience stores, or liquor stores?
IF entry lt 6 or gt 1000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_LOCMEALX
ELSE goto ANYALCML
1:
Goto ALCMEALX
2,DK,RF:
18F
LOCGROCX
LOCGROCX
18F
ANYALCGR
ANYALCGR
Was any of the (amount/ entry in LOCGROCX) for alcoholic beverages?
ELSE goto ANYLCGR
1:
Goto LOCGROCX
18F
ALCGROCX
ALCGROCX
Goto ANYADMIS
IF entry lt 5 or gt 600 and (Ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_LOCGROCX
ELSE goto ANYALCGR
1:
Goto ALCGROCX
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including taxes?
Goto ANYLCGR
IF entry lt 5 or gt 388 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_ALCMEALX
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
What were the expenses, including taxes?
Goto ANYLCGR
Goto ANYADMIS
IF entry lt 5 or gt 270 and (Ne DK or RF) then
goto ERR1_ALCGROCX
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Tag Name
Variable Name
18F
ANYADMIS
ANYADMIS
Question Text
41
? [F1]
Did (you/you or any members of your household) spend anything on this stay for
entertainment or admissions (not counting what the package deal covered/ )?
18F
LOCADMSX
LOCADMSX
18F
CHKFCOMB
CHKFCOMB
1. Yes
2. No
How much did (you/you or any members of your household) pay?
Are there combined expenses for food/beverages, lodging,
transportation, or other things?
Skip Instructions
ELSE goto ANYADMIS
1:
Goto LOCADMSX
2,DK,RF:
Goto LOCCOMBX
IF entry lt 5 or gt 290 and (Ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_LOCADMSX
ELSE goto LOCCOMBX
1:
Goto LOCCOMBX
2:
Goto DIDYOU
1. Yes
2. No
18F
LOCCOMBX
LOCCOMBX
18F
FOODLCCM
FOODLCCM
Only those things the respondent could not provide individual expenses
for should be combined and entered here.
Does this include anything for. . .
<1-99999999> [IF entry lt 5 or gt 210 then goto
ERR1_LOCCOMBX]
[ELSE goto FOODLCCM]
[goto FOODLCCM]
Goto LODGLCCM
. . . Food and beverages?
18F
LODGLCCM
LODGLCCM
1. Yes
2. No
Does this include anything for . .
Goto ENTRLCCM
. . . Lodging?
18F
ENTRLCCM
ENTRLCCM
1. Yes
2. No
Does this include anything for . .
Goto ELSELCCM
. . . Entertainment?
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18F
Tag Name
ELSELCCM
Variable Name
Question Text
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ELSELCCM
1. Yes
2. No
Does this include any . . .
Goto DIDYOU
. . . Other expenses?
18F
DIDYOU
19A
S19A_INTRO
DIDYOU
1. Yes
2. No
Did (you/you or any members of your household) have any other stays at local hotels or motels?
S19A_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
42-44
1:
Goto NUMLOC, next row
2,DK,RF:
Exit block and goto S18F_END
Goto BTableA.Brow.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about miscellaneous expenses which have not been collected anywhere
else in this survey. Please remember to include any payments you made online or had
automatically deducted. Also, please include any shipping and handling charges with the cost
of any item that was shipped.
Description
(MISCDESC)
19A
MIS_ITEM
ITEM
Amount
(MISCEXPX)
Month
(MISCMO)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
Screen 1 -----------------------------------------------------------42
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) had
expenses for any of the
following, either for (you/your household) or for someone outside your household?
1-24:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto ITEM - next line of grid
99:
Goto S19A_END
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S19A_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list.
SCREEN 2 -----------------------------------------------------------------43
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) had expenses for -Read each item on list.
Do not include pet food. It is a Diary-only item.
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SCREEN 3 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------44
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) had expenses for -Read each item on list.
19A
MISCDESC
19A
MISCMO
DESCRIPTION
1. Fresh flowers or potted plants?
2. Professional photography?
3. Services of lawyers or other legal professionals?
4. Accounting fees?
5. Occupational expenses, such as union dues or professional licenses?
6. Gardening or lawn care services?
7. Housekeeping services?
8. Home security system service fees?
9. Other home services or small repair jobs around the house, not previously reported?
10. Moving, storage, or freight?
11. Stamp or coin collecting?
12. Lotteries or games of chance?
13. Babysitting, nanny services, or other child care inside or outside of your home?
14. Toys or games?
15. Arts or crafts kits?
16. Sewing, knitting, or quilting materials and items?
17. Purchase of pets, pet supplies, or medicine for pets?
18. Pet services?
19. Veterinarian expenses for pets
What was the expense for?
MONTH
Description
Amount
Month
(MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO)
In what month did you have this expense?
(* Enter 13 for same amount each month of the reference period)
Description
(MISCDESC)
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
Amount
(MISCEXPX)
Month
(MISCMO)
Goto MONTH
REF_MONTH – CUR_MONTH: IF month not in the reference
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto WHO
13: IF ITEM = 2, 9, 11, 14-16, 20-22 then goto CK_MONTH
ELSE goto WHO
DK,RF:
Goto WHO
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19A
Tag Name
MISCGFTC
Variable Name
Question Text
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WHO
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. (Same amount each month/ )
Was this expense for someone inside or outside your household?
Goto AMOUNT
Description
(MISCDESC)
Amount
(MISCEXPX)
Month
(MISCMO)
1. For household
2. For someone outside your household
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Question Text
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19A
MISCEXPX
AMOUNT
(What was the total amount of this expense?/What is your monthly expense?)
1-999999: IF (MISCCODE = 100 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 7000)
or (MISCCODE = 110 and MISCEXPX lt 10 or gt 3208) or
(MISCCODE = 130 and MISCEXPX lt 14 or gt 6840) or
(MISCCODE = 140 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 300) or (MISCCODE =
150 and MISCEXPX lt 13 or gt 5000) or (MISCCODE = 160 and
MISCEXPX lt 25 or gt 1000)or (MISCCODE = 170 and MISCEXPX
lt 15 or gt 600) or (MISCCODE = 180 and MISCEXPX lt 20 or gt
1260)or (MISCCODE = 225 and MISCEXPX lt 10 or gt 10700) or
(MISCCODE = 210 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 557) or (MISCCODE =
230 and MISCEXPX lt 9 or gt 1800) or (MISCCODE = 240 and
MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 300) or (MISCCODE = 250 and MISCEXPX
lt 8 or gt 500) or (MISCCODE = 260 and MISCEXPX lt 12 or gt
700) or (MISCCODE = 330 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 550) or
(MISCCODE = 340 and MISCEXPX lt 6 or gt 800) or (MISCCODE =
460 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 214) or (MISCCODE = 360 and
MISCEXPX lt 8 or gt 795) or (MISCCODE = 370 and MISCEXPX lt
19 or gt 300) or (MISCCODE = 380 and MISCEXPX lt 9 or gt 900)
or (MISCCODE = 390 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 520) or
(MISCCODE = 400 and MISCEXPX gt 1300) or (MISCCODE = 410
and MISCEXPX lt 14 or gt 7000) or (MISCCODE = 420 and
MISCEXPX lt 14 or gt 7000) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF MISCCODE and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data on the prechart/input AND
(that prechart records MISCMO does not equal 13) then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSEIF ITEM = 14-24 then goto C
ELSE goto MORE
(* Do not include legal fees related to real estate closing costs reported in Section 3./ )
Description
(MISCDESC)
Amount
(MISCEXPX)
Month
(MISCMO)
DK,RF:
IF ITEM = 14-24 then goto C
ELSE goto MORE
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
19A
S19ACM_S
C
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Enter a 'C' for a combined expense.
C:
Goto CombCode
EMPTY:
19A
S19ACMB
CombCode
Goto MORE
IF anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered then goto
CK_C
Goto MORE
43-44
What other expense is the (description) combined with?
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Description
(MISCDESC)
19A
MISCMORE
MORE
Amount
(MISCEXPX)
14. Toys or games
15. Arts or craft kits
16. Sewing, knitting, or quilting materials and items
17. Purchase of pets, pet supplies, or medicine for pets
18. Pet services
19. Veterinary expenses for pets
20. Food and beverage catered affairs
21. Live entertainment
22. Rental of party supplies
23. Purchase or upkeep of cemetery lots or vaults
24. Funerals, burials, or cremations
Did you have any other expenses for (description)?
Description
(MISCDESC)
19B
S19B_INTRO
S19B_INTRO
Month
(MISCMO)
Amount
(MISCEXPX)
Month
(MISCMO)
1. Yes
2. No
45
1:
IF ROW number = 43 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
2,DK,RF:
IF ROW number = 43 then goto S19A_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid
Goto BSECT19.BTABLEB.BROW.ITEM
Now I am going to ask about payments and contributions to persons outside of your household.
Description
(CONTDESC)
19B
CNT_ITEM
ITEM
Month
Amount
(CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
45 ? [F1]
1-9:
Goto DESCRIPTION
95:
Goto next row
99:
Goto S19B_END
SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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Variable Name
Question Text
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Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) given any
money by cash, checks,
or given any gift cards to . . .
888:
IF no more grid lines then goto S19B_END
ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
Read each item on list
SCREEN 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) paid any
of the following . . .
Read each item on list
SCREEN 3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) given any
money by cash, checks,
money orders, or credit cards to benefit . . .
Read each item on list
SCREEN 4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household) given any
...
Read item on list
1. College students living away from home?
2. Any other people not in your household, such as friends, co-workers, or homeless persons?
3. Child support?
4. Alimony?
5. Educational institutions?
6. Political organizations?
7. Religious organizations, including churches, temples and mosques?
8. Charities or other organizations?
9. Stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to persons or organizations outside of your household?
95. Continue list
99. None/No more entries
888. Delete the line
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
19B
CONTDESC
DESCRIPTION
What was the (payment/contribution) for?
Goto MONTH
MONTH
Description
Month
Amount
(CONTDESC) (CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)
In what month did you make the (payment/contribution)?
19B
CONTMO
Enter 13 for same (payment/contribution) each month of the reference period.
REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not within the refernce
period then goto ERR3_MONTH
ELSE goto AMOUNT
13,DK,RF:
Description
(CONTDESC)
19B
CONTEXPX
AMOUNT
1. January
2. February
3. March
4. April
5. May
6. June
7. July
8. August
9. September
10. October
11. November
12. December
13. Same amount each month.
(What was the total amount of the (payment/contribution)./What is the monthly
(payment/contribution).)
Description
(CONTDESC)
19B
CONTMORE
MORE
Month
Amount
(CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)
Did you make any other (payment/contribution).
Description
(CONTDESC)
Goto AMOUNT
Month
Amount
(CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)
Month
Amount
(CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)
1-999999: IF (CONTCODE = 100 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 3000)
OR (CONTCODE = 110 and AMOUNT lt 55 or gt 3600) OR
(CONTCODE = 120 and AMOUNT lt 40 or gt 8000) OR
(CONTCODE = 130 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1500) OR
(CONTCODE = 140 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1000) OR
(CONTCODE = 150 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 1600) OR
(CONTCODE = 160 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 650) OR (CONTCODE
= 170 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2300) OR (CONTCODE = 180 and
AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 10000) then goto ERR1_AMOUNT
ELSEIF CONTCODE and the entry in AMOUNT for this
record are equal to any records data on the pre-chart/input AND
(that prechart records CONTMO does not equal 13)then goto
ERR_DUP
ELSE goto MORE
DK,RF:
Goto MORE
1:
IF Row number = 43 then goto ERR_MAX
ELSE goto ITEM, next line in grid
2,DK,RF:
IF Row number = 43 then goto S19B_END
ELSE goto ITEM, next line in grid
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
20A
GROCWEKX
GROCWEKX
Now I am going to ask about expenses for food, beverages and other items (you/your
household) (have/has) purchased since the first of (reference month).
0,DK,RF:
1-999:
What has been (you/your household) usual WEEKLY expense for grocery shopping?
20A
OTHSTUFX
OTHSTUFX
20A
OTHSTOR
OTHSTOR
20A
OSTORWKX
OSTORWKX
20A
DINE_WKX
DINE_WKX
20A
CIGARETT
CIGARETT
Include grocery home delivery service fees and drinking water delivery fees.
About how much of this amount was for nonfood items, such as paper
products, detergents, home cleaning supplies, pet foods, and alcoholic
beverages?
Other than your regular grocery shopping already reported, have (you/you or any members of
your household) purchased any food or nonalcoholic beverages from places such as grocery
stores, convenience stores, specialty stores, home delivery, or farmer's markets?
1. Yes
2. No
What was your usual WEEKLY expense at these places?
What has been (you/your household) usual WEEKLY expense for meals or snacks from
restaurants, fast food places, cafeterias, carryouts or other such places? (Do not include meals
purchased at school./ )
46
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or any members of your household)
purchased cigarettes?
20A
CIGARETX
CIGARETX
20A
OTHTOBAC
OTHTOBAC
1. Yes
2. No
What is the usual WEEKLY expense for cigarettes?
46
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) purchased other tobacco products such
as cigars, pipe tobacco, or chewing tobacco?
Goto OTHSTOR
IF Entry gt 300 then goto ERR1_GROCWEKX
ELSE OTHSTUFX
0-9999:
IF Entry gt 50 then goto ERR1_OTHSTUFX
ELSEIF Entry gt GROCWEKX then goto
CK_OTHSTUFX
ELSE goto OTHSTOR
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
0-9999:
Goto OTHSTOR
Goto OSTORWKX
Goto DINE_WKX
IF entry lt 5 or gt 90 then goto ERR1_OSTORWKX
ELSE goto DINE_WKX
DK,RF:
<0-9999>
Goto DINE_WKX
IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 120 then goto ERR1_DINEWKX
ELSE goto CIGARETT
DK,RF:
1:
Goto CIGARETT
Goto CIGARETX
2,DK,RF:
0-9999:
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto OTHTOBAC
IF entry lt 5 or gt 80 then goto ERR1_CIGARETX
ELSE goto OTHTOBAC
Goto OTHTOBAC
Goto OTHTBACX
Goto ALCOHOL
1. Yes
2. No
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
20A
OTHTBACX
OTHTBACX
What is the usual WEEKLY expense?
0-999:
20A
ALCOHOL
ALCOHOL
Since the first of (reference month) have (you/you or any members of your household)
purchased alcohol, including beer and wine?
20A
ALC_HOMX
ALC_HOMX
20A
ALC_OUTX
ALC_OUTX
1. Yes
2. No
What has been (you/your household) usual MONTHLY expense for alcohol, including beer and
wine to be served at home?
What has been your usual MONTHLY expense for alcohol, including beer and wine at
restaurants, bars and recreational events?
IF entry lt 5 or gt 80 then goto ERR1_OTHTBACX
ELSE goto ALCOHOL
DK,RF:
1:
Goto ALCOHOL
Goto ALC_HOMX
2,DK,RF: IF any “active” CU member has AGE lt 22 then goto
ANYMEALS
ELSE goto Section 20A_END
0-9999:
IF Entry gt 150 then goto ERR1_ALCHOMX
ELSE goto ALC_OUTX
DK,RF:
0-9999:
Goto ALC_OUTX
IF Entry lt 5 or gt 240 then goto ERR1_ALCOUTX
ELSE If any “active” CU member has AGE lt 22 then goto
ANYMEALS
ELSE goto S20A_END
DK,RF:
IF any “active” CU member has AGE lt 22 then goto
ANYMEALS
ELSE goto S20A_ENDFREEFOOD
20A
ANYMEALS
20A
FBPERSON
ANYMEALS
FBPERSON
Since the first of (reference month), not including (current month), have (you/you or any
members of your household) purchased any meals at school for preschool through high school
age children?
1. Yes
2. No
What are the names of all household members who purchased meals at school?
Enter line numbers for all that apply, separate with commas.
1:
2,DK,RF:
1-30:
DK,RF:
Goto FBPERSN
Goto 20A_END
Goto BSCHMEAL Block
Goto 20A_END
1. Person 1
2. Person 2
3. Person 3
4. Person 4
5. Person 5
6. Person 6
7. Person 7
8. Person 8
9. Person 9
10. Person 10
11. Person 11
12. Person 12
13. Person 13
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20A
Tag Name
SCHLMLX
Variable Name
SCHLMLX
Question Text
14. Person 14
15. Person 15
16. Person 16
17. Person 17
18. Person 18
19. Person 19
20. Person 20
21. Person 21
22. Person 22
23. Person 23
24. Person 24
25. Person 25
26. Person 26
27. Person 27
28. Person 28
29. Person 29
30. Person 30
Since the first of (reference month), not including (current month), what has been the usual
expense for the meals (NAME) purchased at school?
Skip Instructions
Goto SCHMLPD
Select time period on the next screen.
20A
SCHLMLPD
SCHLMLPD
Specify time period
1. Day
2. Week
3. Two Weeks
4. Month
5. Other, specify
20A
SCHLMSP
SCHLMSP
20A
SCHMLWKQ
SCHMLWKQ
20B
LNDROMAT
LNDROMAT
Specify:
How many WEEKS did (NAME) purchase meals?
46
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), not including (current month) have (you/you or any members
of your household) had any expenses for self-service laundry machines?
1:
IF SCHLMLX gt 10 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD
ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ
2:
IF SCHLMLX lt 5 or gt 30 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD
ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ
3:
IF SCHLMLX lt 5 or gt 60 go to ERR1_SCHLMLPD
ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ
4:
IF SCHLMLX lt 5 or gt 120 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD
ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ
5:
Goto SCHLMLSP
Goto SCHMLWKQ
IF no more persons then goto S20_END
ELSE goto SCHLMLX for next person
1:
Goto LNDRYX
2,DK,RF:
Goto DRYCLEAN
1. Yes
2. No
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20B
LNDRYX
LNDRYX
What was the total cost?
0-9999: IF Entry lt 5 or gt 260 then goto ERR1_LNDRYX
ELSE goto OTHLNDRY
20B
OTHLNDRY
OTHLNDRY
Was any of this amount for items other than clothes, such as linens or drapes?
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
20B
OTHLNDRX
OTHLNDRX
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
20B
DRYCLEAN
DRYCLEAN
46
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) had any expenses for dry cleaning or
laundry service?
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
20B
DRYCLNX
DRYCLNX
20B
OTHDRCLN
OTHDRCLN
Was any of this amount for items other than clothes, such as linens, drapes, or rugs?
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
0-9999:
46
DK,RF:
1:
OTHDCLNX
20B
SALONS
SALONS
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), not including (current month) have (you/you or any members
of your household) had any expenses for haircutting, styling, attached hair pieces, manicures,
massages or other salon services?
Goto DRYCLEAN
Goto DRYCLNX
Goto SALONS
0-9999:
IF Entry lt 6 or gt 390 then goto ERR1_DRYCLNX
ELSE goto OTHDRCLN
DK,RF:
1:
Goto OTHDRCLN
Goto OTHDCLNX
2,DK,RF:
OTHDCLNX
Goto DRYCLEAN
0-9999:
IF entry lt 5 or gt 100 then goto ERR1_OTHLNDRX
ELSEIF entry gt LNDRYX then goto CK_OTHLNDRX
ELSE goto DRYCLEAN
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total cost?
20B
Goto OTHLNDRY
Goto OTHLNDRX
2,DK,RF:
Goto SALONS
IF entry lt 5 or gt 200 then goto ERR1_OTHDRCLNX
ELSEIF entry gt DRYCLNX then goto CK_OTHDCLNX
ELSE goto SALONS
Goto SALONS
Goto SALONX
Goto WIGS
1. Yes
2. No
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Variable Name
Question Text
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20B
SALONX
SALONX
What was the total expense for these services since the first of (reference month), not
including (current month)?
0-9999:
IF entry = 1-5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_SALONX
ELSE goto WIGS
20B
WIGS
WIGS
DK,RF:
1:
Goto WIGS
Goto WIGSX
46 ? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month), not including (current month) have (you/you or any members
of your household) had any expenses for removable hairpieces, wigs or toupees?
20B
WIGSX
WIGSX
20B
SAFEDPST
SAFEDPST
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total expense for these items since the first of (reference month), not including
(current month)?
46
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) had any expenses for the rental of a safe
deposit box located in a bank or similar financial institution?
20B
SAFDPSTX
SAFDPSTX
20B
BANKSRVC
BANKSRVC
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total rental expense for the safe deposit box since the first of (reference month),
not including (current month)?
46
? [F1]
Have (you/you or any members of your household) paid any charges or fees for bank services
such as ATM or overdraft fees or account service charges from a bank or similar financial
institution?
20B
BANKMOX
BANKMOX
20B
TXLIMSRV
TXLIMSRV
1. Yes
2. No
What is the usual MONTHLY charge?
46
? [F1]
Since the first of (reference month) not including (current month), have (you/you or any members
of your household) had expenses for taxis or limousine service? Do not include expenses
entirely reimbursed for business purposes or expenses incurred on a trip.
2,DK,RF:
0-9999:
Goto SAFEDPST
IF entry = 1-5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_WIGSX
ELSE goto SAFEDPST
DK,RF: Goto SAFEDPST
1:
Goto SAFDPSTX
2,DK,RF:
0-999:
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto BANKSRVC
IF entry gt 100 then goto ERR1_SAFEDPSTX
ELSE goto BANKSRVC
Goto BANKSRVC
Goto BANKMOX
Goto TXLIMSRV
0-99999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 50 then goto ERR1_BANKMOX
ELSE goto TXLIMSRV
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto TXLIMSRV
Goto TXLIMX
Goto MASSTRAN
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Variable Name
Question Text
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1. Yes
2. No
What was the total expense?
0-9999:
20B
TXLIMX
TXLIMX
20B
MASSTRAN
MASSTRAN
46
? [F1]
Do (you/you or any members of your household) use mass transportation services such as a
bus, subway, mini-bus or train? Include all commuter services. Do not include expenses
covered by employer-provided transit subsidies.
20B
TRANWRKX
TRANWRKX
1. Yes
2. No
What is the usual MONTHLY cost to use mass transit to go to -
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
1-9999:
IF entry lt 5 or gt 520 then goto ERR1_TXLIMX
ELSE goto MASSTRAN
Goto MASSTRAN
Goto TRANWRKX
Goto S20B_END
IF entry gt 245 then goto ERR1_TRANWRKX
ELSE goto TRANSUB
Work?
20B
TRANSUB
TRANSUB
Did you receive a transit subsidy?
20B
TRANSUBX
TRANSUBX
1. Yes
2. No
What is the usual monthly amount?
20B
TRANSCHX
TRANSCHX
What is the usual MONTHLY cost to use mass transit to go to -
0,DK,RF: Goto TRANSCHX
1:
Goto TRANSUBX
2,DK,RF:
0-9999:
DK,RF:
0-9999:
Goto TRANSCHX
IF entry lt 5 or gt 200 then goto ERR1_TRANSUBX
ELSE goto TRANSCHX
Goto TRANSCHX
IF entry gt 100 then goto ERR1_TRANSCHX
ELSE goto TRANOTHX
School?
20B
TRANOTHX
TRANOTHX
What is the usual MONTHLY cost to use mass transit to go to -
DK,RF:
0-9999:
Goto TRANOTHX
IF entry gt 100 then goto ERR1_TRANOTHX
ELSE goto S20B_END
Other places?
21A
ANYWORK
ANYWORK
Since the first of (reference month), did (You/NAME) earn any income from wages or salary?
DK,RF:
Goto S20B_END
1:
Goto 21A_INTRO
2,DK,RF: Goto S21A_CHECK
21A
S21A_INTRO
S21A_INTRO
1. Yes
2. No
The next few questions are about income. We know people aren't used to discussing their
income, but please be assured that, like all other information you have provided, these answers
will be kept strictly confidential.
Goto INCWEEKQ
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
21A
INCWEEKQ
INCWEEKQ
(Now I am going to ask about (Your/Name's) work experience and income/ )
0:
In the past 12 months, including paid vacation and sick leave, how many weeks did (You/NAME)
work?
1-52,DK,RF: Goto INC_HRSQ
1. Enter 1 to Continue
21A
INC_HRSQ
INC_HRSQ
21A
OCCUCODE
OCCUCODE
If household member did not work, enter zero.
In the weeks that (You/NAME) worked, how many hours did (you/he/she) usually work per week?
48
? [F1]
Goto INCNONWK
Goto OCCUCODE
Goto INCOMEY
Which of the following categories best describes the job in which (You/NAME) received the most
earnings during the last 12 months?
21A
INCOMEY
21A
INCNONWK
INCOMEY
1. Administrator, manager
2. Teacher
3. Professional
4. Administrative support including clerical
5. Sales, retail
6. Sales, business goods and services
7. Technician
8. Protective service
9. Private household service
10. Other service
11. Machine or transportation operator, laborer
12. Construction workers, mechanics
13. Farming
14. Forestry, fishing, groundskeeping
15. Armed Forces
(Were/Was) (You/NAME):
Goto SALARYST
INCNONWK
1. An employee of a PRIVATE company, business, or individual working for wages or salary?
2. A Federal government employee?
3. A State government employee?
4. A local government employee?
5. Self-employed (your/his/her) OWN business, partnership, professional practice, or farm?
6. Working WITHOUT PAY in a family business or farm?
What was the main reason (You/NAME) did not work during the last 12 months?
Goto SALARYST
(Were/Was) (you/he/she) -
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Tag Name
SALARYST
Variable Name
SALARYST
Question Text
1. Retired?
2. Taking care of home/family?
3. Going to school?
4. Ill, disabled, unable to work?
5. Unable to find work?
6. Doing something else? Specify
The next few questions are about income DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS, that is from (Date one year ago) to (Yesterdays date)...
Skip Instructions
1:
Goto SALARYX
2,DK,RF:
Goto SEMPFRM
Did (You/NAME) receive any wages, salary, tips, bonuses, or commissions?
21A
SALARYX
SALARYX
21A
SALARYB
SALARYB
1. Yes
2. No
How much did (You/NAME) receive before taxes?
49
1-99999999: IF SALARYX lt 500 or gt 116249 goto
ERR1_SALARYX
ELSE goto GROSPAYX
DK,RF:
Goto SALARYB
Goto GROSPAYX
Could you tell me which range on CARD A best reflects (your/NAME's) total wages and salaries
for ALL JOBS during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21A
GROSPAYX
GROSPAYX
1. $0-$4,999
2. $5,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$14,999
4. $15,000-$19,999
5. $20,000-$29,999
6. $30,000-$39,999
7. $40,000-$49,999
8. $50,000-$69,999
9. $70,000-$89,999
10. $90,000-$119,999
11. $120,000 and over
What was the amount of (your/NAME's) last pay before any deductions?
21A
PAYPERD
PAYPERD
What period of time did this cover?
1. One week
2. Two weeks
3. Month
4. Quarter
5. Year
Goto PAYPERD
1:
IF GROSPAYX lt 50 or gt 1635 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
2:
IF GROSPAYX lt 120 or gt 4800 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
3:
IF GROSPAYX lt 100 or gt 12000 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
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6. Twice a month
7. Other
4:
IF GROSPAYX lt 51 or gt 14583 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
5:
IF GROSPAYX lt 250 or gt 155000 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
6:
IF GROSPAYX lt 15 or gt 12838 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
7:
IF GROSPAYX lt 200 or gt 10000 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYPRDOT
DK,RF:
21A
PAYPRDOT
PAYPRDOT
21A
PAYSTUB
PAYSTUB
21A
FEDTAX
FEDTAX
Specify:
Does the respondent have a paper or electronic pay check record present for (his / her / his/her) last
paycheck?
1. Yes
2. No
Was there any money deducted from (your/NAME's) pay for -
IF GROSPAYX lt 8 or gt 200000 goto ERR1_PAYPERD
ELSE goto PAYSTUB
Goto PAYSTUB
Goto FEDTAX
1:
If PAYSTUB = 1, DK or RF then goto AMTFED
Else goto STATX
Federal income tax?
2,DK,RF: Goto SLTAX
21A
AMTFED
AMTFED
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
21A
SLTAX
SLTAX
Was there any money deducted from (your/NAME's) pay for -
IF (AMTFED ne DK or RF) AND [ ((PAYPERD = DK or RF) and
(AMTFED lt 5 or gt 30000)) OR (PAYYPERD = 1 and (AMTFED lt 5
or gt 445)) OR (PAYPERD = 2 and (AMTFED lt 9 or gt 1062)) OR
(PAYPERD = 3 and (AMTFED lt 15 or gt 3500)) OR (PAYPERD = 4
and (AMTFED lt 15 or gt 4969)) OR (PAYPERD = 5 and (AMTFED
lt 15 or gt 70000)) OR (PAYPERD = 6 and (AMTFED lt 5 or gt
5500)) OR (PAYPERD = 7 and (AMTFED lt 12 or gt 7000)) ] then
goto ERR1_AMTFED
ELSE goto SLTAX
1:
IF PAYSTUB = 1, DK or RF then goto SLTAXX
ELSE goto PRIVPENS
State or local income tax?
2,DK,RF:
Goto PRIVPENS
1. Yes
2. No
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
21A
SLTAXX
SLTAXX
How much?
IF (SLTAXX ne DK or RF) AND [ ((PAYPERD = D or R) and
(SLTAXX lt 5 or gt 15000) OR (PAYPERD = 1 and (SLTAXX lt 5 or
gt 140)) OR (PAYPERD = 2 and (SLTAXX lt 5 or gt 326)) OR
(PAYPERD = 3 and (SLTAXX lt 5 or gt 1000)) OR (PAYPERD = 4
and (SLTAXX lt 5 or gt 1186)) OR (PAYPERD = 5 and (SLTAXX lt 5
or gt 15000)) OR (PAYPERD = 6 and (SLTAXX lt 5 or gt 1500)) OR
(PAYPERD = 7 and (SLTAXX lt 5 or gt 481)) ] then goto
ERR1_SLTAXX
21A
PRIVPENS
PRIVPENS
Was there any money deducted from ^YourNames pay for -
ELSE goto PRIVPENS
1:
Go to PRIVPENX
Private pension fund?
2,DK,RF:
Goto GOVRET
21A
PRIVPENX
PRIVPENX
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
21A
GOVRET
GOVRET
Was there any money deducted from ^YourNames pay for -
DK,RF: Goto GOVRET
1:
Go to GOVRETX
Government retirement?
2,DK,RF:
IF PAYPERD = DK or RF and (PRIVPENX lt 5 or gt 147000) OR
PAYPERD = 1 and (PRIVPENX lt 5 or gt 275) OR PAYPERD = 2
and (PRIVPENX lt 8 or gt 644) OR PAYPERD = 3 and (PRIVPENX
lt 32 or gt 6000) OR PAYPERD = 4 and (PRIVPENX lt 5 or gt 4500)
OR PAYPERD = 5 and (PRIVPENX lt 7 or gt 20000) OR PAYPERD
= 6 and (PRIVPENX lt 30 or gt 1000) OR PAYPERD = 7 and
(PRIVPENX lt 12 or gt 3000) THEN goto ERR1_PRIVPENX
ELSE goto GOVRET
Goto RRRDED
21A
GOVRETX
GOVRETX
1. Yes
2. No
How much?
21A
RRRDED
RRRDED
Was there any money deducted from ^YourNames pay for -
DK,RF: Goto RRRDED
1:
Go to RRRDEDX
Railroad retirement?
2,DK,RF:
IF GOVRETX lt 5 or gt 590 then goto ERR1_GOVRETX
ELSE goto RRRDED
Goto SSDED
1. Yes
2. No
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21A
RRRDEDX
RRRDEDX
How much?
IF RRRDEDX lt 5 or gt 444 then goto ERR1_RRRDEDX
ELSE goto SSDED
21A
SSDED
SSDED
Was there any money deducted from ^YourNames pay for -
DK,RF: Goto SSDED
1:
Goto MEDICOV
Railroad retirement?
2,DK,RF: Goto SSNORM
1. Yes
2. No
Are Social Security payments NORMALLY deducted from ^YourNames pay?
1:
21A
SSNORM
SSNORM
Goto MEDICOV
2,DK,RF: Goto EMPLCONT
21A
MEDICOV
21A
EMPLCONT
21A
SEMPFRM
MEDICOV
EMPLCONT
SEMPFRM
1. Yes
2. No
Does the money deducted for Social Security cover only the Medicare portion of Social Security?
1. Yes
2. No
Other than Social Security, did any employer or union contribute to (your/NAME's) pension or
retirement plan in the last 12 months?
Goto EMPLCONT
Goto SEMPFRM
1. Yes
2. No
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
1:
Did (You/NAME) receive any self-employment income or have a loss?
2,DK,RF:
Goto SEMPFRMX
Goto SOCSRRET
(Report income from own businesses (farm or non-farm) including proprietorships and
partnerships)
21A
SEMPFRMX
SEMPFRMX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount?
(Report net income after operating expenses. Include earning as a tenant farmer or
sharecropper.)
-999999999-999999999:
IF SEMPFRMX lt 5 or gt 200000 then
goto ERR1_SEMPFRMX
ELSE goto SOCSRRET
DK,RF:
Goto SMPFRMB
If net income was a loss, preced amount with a '-'
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Breakeven = 1
21A
SEMPFRMB
SEMPFRMB
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Goto SOCSRRET
Could you tell me which range on CARD A best reflects (your/NAME's) income or loss from
self-employment during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21A
SOCSRRET
SOCSRRET
21A
RRRETIRX
RRRETIRX
21A
RRRETIRB
RRRETIRB
0. Loss
1. $0-$4,999
2. $5,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$14,999
4. $15,000-$19,999
5. $20,000-$29,999
6. $30,000-$39,999
7. $40,000-$49,999
8. $50,000-$69,999
9. $70,000-$89,999
10. $90,000-$119,000
11. $120,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
1:
Did (You/NAME) receive any Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits?
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount of the last Social Security or Railroad Retirement payment received?
50
Goto RRRETIRX
Goto SUPPLINC
1-99999999: IF RRRETIRX lt 139 or gt 6000 then goto
ERR1_RRRETIRX
ELSE goto INCMEDCR
DK,RF:
Goto RRRETIRB
Goto INCMEDCR
Could you tell me which range on CARD B best reflects the amount of (your/NAME's) last Social
Security or Railroad Retirement payment during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21A
INCMEDCR
INCMEDCR
1. Less than $500
2. $500-$699
3. $700-$999
4. $1,000-$1,299
5. $1,300-$1,699
6. $1,700 and over
Is this amount AFTER the deduction for a Medicare premium?
Goto SS_RRQ
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Tag Name
Variable Name
21A
SS_RRQ
SS_RRQ
21A
SUPPLINC
SUPPLINC
Question Text
1. Yes
2. No
During the past 12 months, how many Social Security or Railroad Retirement payments
did (You/NAME) receive?
Skip Instructions
IF SS_RRQ gt 12 then goto ERR1_SSRRQ
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
ELSE goto SUPPLINC
1:
Goto SSIX
Did (You/NAME) receive any -
2,DK,RF:
Goto INDRETAC
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments?
21A
SSIX
SSIX
21A
SSIB
SSIB
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount?
51
1-99999999: IF SSIX lt 5 or gt 15180 then goto ERR1_SSIX
ELSE goto INDRETAC
DK,RF:
Goto SSIB
Goto INDRETAC
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the amount (You/NAME) received in
Supplemental Security income during the past 12 months?
21A
INDRETAC
INDRETAC
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (You/NAME) place any money in a retirement plan such as an Individual Retirement Account
(IRA) or Keogh? Do not include rollovers.
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto INDRETX
Goto S21A_CHECK
1. Yes
2. No
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Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
21A
INDRETX
INDRETX
How much?
IF INDRETX lt 75 or gt 18000 AND (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_INDRETX
21B
INTERDIV
INTERDIV
Up until this point, we have discussed earnings for individual members. Now, I would like to talk
to you about your household as a whole.
ELSE goto S21A_CHECK
1:
Goto INTRDVX
2,DK,RF:
Goto NETRENT
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any interest or dividends? Report
even small amounts credited to an account.
21B
INTRDVX
INTRDVX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount?
1-99999999: IF INTRDVX gt 18000 then goto ERR1_INTRDVX
ELSE goto NETRENT
DK,RF:
21B
INTRDVB
21B
NETRENT
INTRDVB
NETRENT
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the amount (you/you or any members of
your household) received in interest or dividends during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
Goto INTRDVB
Goto NETRENT
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
1:
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any net rental income or loss?
2,DK,RF:
Goto NETRENTX
Goto ROYEST
Net rental income is the total amount after expenses.
21B
NETRENTX
NETRENTX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount?
The net amount is the total amount after expenses.
If income was a loss, precede amount with a '-'.
-999999999-99999999: IF NETRENTX lt -150,000 or gt 48,000
then goto ERR1_NETRENTX
ELSE goto ROYEST
DK,RF:
Goto NETRENTB
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Tag Name
Variable Name
21B
NETRENTB
NETRENTB
Question Text
Breakeven = 1.
51
Skip Instructions
Goto ROYEST
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total net rental income or loss during
the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21B
ROYEST
ROYEST
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any royalty income or income from
estates and trusts?
21B
ROYESTX
ROYESTX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount?
1:
2,DK,RF:
ROYESTB
ROYESTB
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Goto RETSURV
1-99999999: IF ROYESTX lt 11 or gt 57926 then goto
ERR1_ROYESTX
ELSE goto RETSURV
DK,RF:
21B
Goto ROYESTX
Goto ROYESTB
Goto RETSURV
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total amount received in royalty
income or income from estates and trusts during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
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RETSURV
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12. $50,000 and over
21B
RETSURVX
RETSURVX
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
1:
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any retirement, survivor, or disability
pensions?
2,DK,RF:
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount?
(Do not include Social Security.)
RETSURVB
RETSURVB
51
Goto OTHREG
1-99999999: IF RETSURVX lt 125 or gt 10530 then goto
ERR1_RETSURVX
ELSE goto OTHREG
DK,RF:
21B
Goto RETSURVX
Goto RETSURVB
Goto OTHREG
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total amount received in retirement,
survivor, or disability pensions during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21B
OTHREG
OTHREG
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive income on a REGULAR basis from any
other source such as Veteran's Administration (VA) payments, unemployment compensation,
child support, or alimony?
21B
OTHREGX
OTHREGX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the amount from all sources?
(Do not include lump sum payments such as money from an inheritance or sale of a home.)
1:
2,DK,RF: Goto LUMPSUM
1-99999999: IF OTHREGX lt 58 or gt 29812 then goto
ERR1_OTHREGX
ELSE goto LUMPSUM
DK,RF:
21B
OTHREGB
OTHREGB
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Goto OTHREGX
Goto OTHREGB
Goto LUMPSUM
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Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total amount received in Veteran's
Administration (VA) payments, unemployment compensation, child support, or alimony during
the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21B
LUMPSUM
LUMPSUM
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any lump sum payments from
insurance, estates, trusts, royalties, alimony, prizes or games of chance, or from persons outside
your household?
21B
LUMPSUMX
LUMPSUMX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount received (by all household members/ )?
1:
2,DK,RF:
LUMPSUMB
LUMPSUMB
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Goto OTHERINC
1-99999999:
IF LUMPSUMX lt 5 or gt 106000 then goto
ERR1_LUMPSUMX
ELSE goto OTHERINC
DK,RF:
21B
Goto LUMPSUMX
Goto LUMPSUMB
Goto OTHERINC
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total lump sum payments during the
PAST 12 MONTHS?
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
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Variable Name
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OTHERINC
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
1:
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any other money income, including
money received from cash scholarship and fellowships, stipends not based on working, or from
the care of foster children, not already reported?
21B
OTHRINCX
OTHRINCX
21B
OTHRINCB
OTHRINCB
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount received (by all household members/
)?
51
2,DK,RF:
Goto OTHRINCX
Goto FEDREFNO
1-99999999:
IF OTHRINCX lt 100 or gt 23404 then goto
ERR1_OTHRINCX
ELSE goto FEDREFNO
DK,RF:
Goto OTHRINCB
Goto FEDREFNO
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total amount of other money income
received during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21B
FEDREFNO
FEDREFNO
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive any REFUNDS from any of the
following -
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto FEDRFNDX
Goto SLREFUND
Federal income tax in addition to that withheld from earnings?
1. Yes
2. No
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21B
FEDRFNDX
FEDRFNDX
What was the total amount received (by all household members/
21B
SLREFUND
SLREFUND
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
ELSE goto SLREFUND
1:
Goto SLRFUNDX
Did (you/you or any members of your household) receive REFUNDS from -
2,DK,RF:
)?
IF FEDRFNDX lt 50 or gt 7000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_FEDRFNDX
Goto EITC
State and local income tax?
21B
SLRFUNDX
SLRFUNDX
21B
EITC
EITC
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount received (by all household members/
)?
The Earned Income Tax Credit is a benefit for certain people who work and have low to moderate
wages. A tax credit means more money in your pocket. It reduces the amount of tax you owe
and may also give you a refund.
IF SLRFUNDX lt 10 or gt 2000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_SLRFUNDX
ELSE goto EITC
Goto PDFEDTAX
During the past 12 months, did (you/you or any members of your household) claim an Earned
Income Tax Credit on your federal income tax return?
21B
PDFEDTAX
PDFEDTAX
1. Yes
2. No
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
1:
Did (you/you or any members of your household) PAY any of the following -
2,DK,RF:
Goto FEDTAXX
Goto PDSLTAX
Federal income tax in addition to that withheld from earnings?
21B
FEDTAXX
FEDTAXX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount paid (by all household members/
21B
PDSLTAX
PDSLTAX
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
ELSE goto PDSLTAX
1:
Goto SLOCTAXX
Did (you/you or any members of your household) PAY any -
2,DK,RF:
)?
IF FEDTAXX lt 37 or gt 40000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_FEDTAXX
Goto MISCTAX
State and local income tax in additon to that withheld from earnings?
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SLOCTAXX
SLOCTAXX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount paid (by all household members/
21B
MISCTAX
MISCTAX
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
ELSE goto MISCTAX
1:
Goto MISCTAXX
Did (you/you or any members of your household) PAY any of the following -
2,DK,RF:
)?
IF SLOCTAXX lt 8 or gt 8000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_SLOCTAXX
Goto FOODSMP
Other taxes such as inheritance or estate tax?
21B
MISCTAXX
MISCTAXX
1. Yes
2. No
What was the total amount PAID (by all household members/
21B
FOODSMP
FOODSMP
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -
)?
Did anyone in this household receive Food Stamps or a Food Stamp benefit card? Include
government benefits from the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). Do NOT
include WIC or the National School Lunch Program.
21B
FS_MTHI
FS_MTHI
1. Yes
2. No
In how many of the last 12 months were food stamps or EBTs received?
21B
FS_AMT
FS_AMT
What was the dollar value of the last food stamps or EBT received?
21B
WELFARE
WELFARE
DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS Did (you/you or any members of this household, including children,) receive any welfare
payments or cash assistance from the state or local welfare office?
IF MISCTAXX lt 35 or gt 6500 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_MISCTAXX
ELSE goto FOODSMP
1:
Goto FS_MTHI
2,DK,RF:
Goto WELFARE
Goto FS_AMT
1-99999999: IF FS_AMT lt 10 or gt 540 then goto ERR1_FS_AMT
ELSE goto WELFARE
DK,RF:
1:
2,DK,RF:
Goto WELFARE
Goto WELFAREX
Goto MEALSPAY
Please include even if only for one month. Do NOT include benefits from food, energy, or
rental assistance programs.
1. Yes
2. No
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WELFAREX
WELFAREX
What was the amount for the PAST 12 MONTHS?
1-99999999: IF WELFAREX lt 120 or gt 11064 then goto
ERR1_WELFAREX
ELSE goto MEALSPAY
21B
WELFAREB
WELFAREB
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DK,RF:
Goto WELFAREB
Goto MEALSPAY
Could you tell me which range on CARD C best reflects the total amount of income from cash
assistance from state or local government welfare programs during the PAST 12 MONTHS?
21B
MEALSPAY
MEALSPAY
1. $0-$999
2. $1,000-$1,999
3. $2,000-$2,999
4. $3,000-$3,999
5. $4,000-$4,999
6. $5,000-$9,999
7. $10,000-$14,999
8. $15,000-$19,999
9. $20,000-$29,999
10. $30,000-$39,999
11. $40,000-$49,999
12. $50,000 and over
Have (you/you or any members of your household) received any free meals at work as part of
your pay?
1:
Goto MLPAYWKX
2,DK,RF:
21B
MLPAYWKX
MLPAYWKX
21B
MLPYQWKS
MLPYQWKS
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LIAINTRO
LIAINTRO
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IRAX
IRAX
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IRAB
IRAB
1. Yes
2. No
About what was the WEEKLY dollar value of these meals?
Since the first of (reference month) for how many weeks did members of your household receive
these meals?
The next few questions are about financial assets, credit, and loans. We know people aren't
used to discussing their debt and financial assets, but we use this information to get a picture of
how spending relates to changes in debt and savings. Be assured that, like all other information
you have provided, these answers will be kept strictly confidential.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
As of TODAY --
Goto S21B_END
IF MLPAYWKX lt 18 or gt 3213 and (ne DK or RF) then goto
ERR1_MLPAYWKX
ELSE goto MLPYQWKS
Goto S21B_END
Goto IRAX
0-999999999999: IF IRAX gt 600000 then goto ERR1_IRAX
ELSE Goto IRAYRX
What is the total value of all retirement accounts such as 401(k)s, IRAs, Thrift Savings Plans that
(you/your household) (own/owns)?
DK,RF:
Could you tell me which range on CARD D best reflects the total value of all retirement accounts
1-6:
Goto IRAB
Goto IRAYRX
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such as 401(k)s, IRAs, and Thrift Savings Plans?
DK,RF:
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IRAYRX
IRAYRX
22
IRAYRB
IRAYRB
22
DEFBENRP
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STOCK
DEFBENRP
STOCK
1. $0-$1,999
2. $2,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$49,999
4. $50,000-$199,999
5. $200,000-$449,999
6. $450,000 and over
What was the total value of all retirement accounts ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Could you tell me which range on CARD D best reflects the total value of all retirement accounts
ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
1. $0-$1,999
2. $2,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$49,999
4. $50,000-$199,999
5. $200,000-$449,999
6. $450,000 and over
Do (you/you or any members of your household) have a defined benefit retirement plan, such as
a pension from an employer?
1. Yes
2. No
Do (you/you or any members of your household) have any directly-held stocks, bonds, or mutual
funds (Not in Retirement accounts/ )?
Goto DEFBENRP
0-999999999999:
Goto DEFBENRP
DK,RF:
Goto IRAYRB
Goto DEFBENRP
Goto STOCK
1:
Goto STOCKX
2,DK,RF:
Goto LIQUIDX
Include U.S. savings bonds
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STOCKX
STOCKX
1. Yes
2. No
As of TODAY -What is the total value of all directly-held stocks, bonds, and mutual funds (Not in Retirement
accounts/ ) that (you/your household) (own/owns)?
1-999999999999: IF STOCKX lt 5 or gt 600000 then goto
ERR1_STOCKX
ELSE goto STOCKYRX
DK,RF:
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STOCKB
STOCKB
Include US savings bonds
Could you tell me which range on CARD D best reflects the total value of all directly-held stocks,
bonds, and mutual funds (Not in Retirement accounts/ )?
1-6:
Goto STOCKB
Goto STOCKYRX
DK,RF:
Goto LIQUIDX
Include US savings bonds
1. $0-$1,999
2. $2,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$49,999
4. $50,000-$199,999
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Tag Name
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Variable Name
STOCKYRX
Question Text
5. $200,000-$449,999
6. $450,000 and over
What was the total value of all directly-held stocks, bonds, and mutual funds (Not in Retirement
accounts/ ) ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
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0-999999999999:
IF STOCKYRX lt 5 or gt 600000 then goto
ERR1_STOCKYRX
ELSE goto LIQUIDX
Include US savings bonds
DK,RF:
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STOCKYRB
STOCKYRB
Could you tell me which range on CARD D best reflects the total value of all directly-held stocks,
bonds, and mutual funds (Not in Retirement accounts/ ) ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Goto STOCKYRB
Goto LIQUIDX
Include US savings bonds
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LIQUIDX
LIQUIDX
1. $0-$1,999
2. $2,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$49,999
4. $50,000-$199,999
5. $200,000-$449,999
6. $450,000 and over
As of TODAY -What is the total value of all checking, savings, money market accounts, and certificates of
deposit or CDs (you/your household) (have/has)?
22
LIQUIDB
LIQUIDB
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total value of checking, savings,
money market accounts, and certificates of deposit or CDs?
0-999999999999: IF LIQUIDX gt 200000 then goto
ERR1_LIQUIDX
ELSE goto LIQUDYRX
DK, RF: Goto LIQUIDB
1-6: Goto LIQUDYRX
DK, RF:
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LIQUDYRX
LIQUDYRX
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LIQUDYRB
LIQUDYRB
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total value of all checking, savings, money market accounts, and certificates or
deposit or CDs ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total value of all checking, savings,
money market accounts, and certificates or deposit or CDs ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Goto WHOLIF
0-999999999999: IF LIQUDYRX gt 200000 then goto
ERR1_LIQUDYRX
ELSE goto WHOLIF
DK, RF:
Goto LIQUDYRB
Goto WHOLIF
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
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WHOLIF
WHOLIF
(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any whole life insurance or other life insurance policies that
can be surrendered for cash or borrowed against prior to the death of the person insured?
1:
Goto WHOLIFX
2,DK,RF:
Goto OTHAST
Also include universal life and variable life insurance
Do NOT include term life insurance or other policies that only have a benefit upon death or
disability
22
WHOLIFX
WHOLIFX
1. Yes
2. No
As of TODAY -What is the total surrender value of these policies?
Surrender value is also known as the cash value
22
WHOLIFB
WHOLIFB
Enter the amount that can be borrowed or withdrawn prior to death, NOT the benefit upon
death of the insured
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total surrender value of these
policies?
1-999999999999: IF WHOLIFX gt 70000 then goto
ERR1_WHOLIFX
ELSE goto WHLFYRX
DK,RF:
1-6:
Goto WHOLIFB
Goto WHLFYRX
DK,RF:
Goto OTHAST
Surrender value is also known as the cash value
Enter the amount that can be borrowed or withdrawn prior to death, NOT the benefit upon
death of the insured
22
WHLFYRX
WHLFYRX
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total surrender value of these policies ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Surrender value is also known as the cash value
22
WHLFYRB
WHLFYRB
Enter the amount that can be borrowed or withdrawn prior to death, NOT the benefit upon
death of the insured
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total surrender value of these policies
ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
0-999999999999: IF WHLFYRX gt 70000 then goto
ERR1_WHLFYRX
ELSE goto OTHAST
DK,RF:
Goto WHLFYRB
Goto OTHAST
Surrender value is also known as the cash value
Enter the amount that can be borrowed or withdrawn prior to death, NOT the benefit upon
death of the insured
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Variable Name
OTHAST
Question Text
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
(Do/Does) (you/your household) have any other financial assets, such as annuities, trusts, and
royalties?
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1:
Goto OTHASTX
2,DK,RF:
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OTHASTX
OTHASTX
1. Yes
2. No
As of TODAY -What is the total value of these other financial assets?
22
OTHASTB
OTHASTB
Could you tell me which range on CARD D best reflects the total value of these other financial
assets?
1-999999999999: IF OTHASTX lt 5 or gt 600000 then goto
ERR1_OTHASTX
ELSE goto OTHSTYRX
DK, RF: Goto OTHASTB
1-6:
Goto OTHSTYRX
DK, RF:
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OTHSTYRX
OTHSTYRX
22
OTHSTYRB
OTHSTYRB
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CREDIT
CREDIT
1. $0-$1,999
2. $2,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$49,999
4. $50,000-$199,999
5. $200,000-$449,999
6. $450,000 and over
What was the total value of these other financial assets ONES YEAR AGO TODAY?
Could you tell me which range on CARD D best reflects the total value of these other financial
assets ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
1. $0-$1,999
2. $2,000-$9,999
3. $10,000-$49,999
4. $50,000-$199,999
5. $200,000-$449,999
6. $450,000 and over
As of TODAY -(Do/Does) (you/your household) have a balance on any major credit cards including store cards
and gas cards?
22
CREDITX
CREDITX
1. Yes
2. No
What is the total amount owed on all cards?
Goto CREDIT
Goto CREDIT
1-999999999999: IF OTHSTYRX lt 5 or gt 600000 then goto
ERR1_OTHSTYRX
ELSE goto CREDIT
DK,RF:
Goto OTHSTYRB
Goto CREDIT
1:
Goto CREDITX
2,DK,RF:
Goto STUDNT
1-999999999999:
IF CREDIT lt 10 or gt 30000 then goto
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ERR1_CREDITX
ELSE goto CREDTYRX
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CREDITB
CREDITB
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total amount owed on all major credit
cards including store cards and gas cards?
DK, RF:
Goto CREDITB
1-6:
Goto CREDTYRX
DK,RF:
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CREDTYRX
CREDTYRX
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CREDYRB
CREDYRB
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total amount owed on all cards ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total amount owed on all major credit
cards including store cards and gas cards ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Goto CREDFINX
0-999999999999: IF CREDTYRX lt 10 or gt 30000 then goto
ERR1_CREDTYRX
ELSE goto CREDFINX
DK, RF:
Goto CREDYRB
Goto CREDFINX
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CREDFINX
CREDFINX
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total amount paid in finance, late charges, and interest for all cards in (last month)?
22
STUDNT
STUDNT
As of TODAY --
DK, RF: Goto STUDNT
1:
Goto STUDNTX
(Do/Does) (you/your household) have any student loans?
2, DK, RF:
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STUDNTX
STUDNTX
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STUDNTB
STUDNTB
1. Yes
2. No
What is the total amount owed on all student loans?
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total amount owed on all student
loans?
0-999999999999: IF CREDFINX gt 700 then goto
ERR1_CREDFINX
ELSE Goto STUDNT
Goto OTHLOAN
1-999999999999: IF STUDNTX lt 50 or gt 72000 then goto
ERR1_STUDNTX
ELSE goto STDNTYRX
DK, RF:
Goto STUDNTB
1-6: Goto STDNTYRX
DK, RF: Goto STUDFINX
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Variable Name
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STDNTYRX
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total amount owed on all student loans ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Skip Instructions
1-999999999999: IF STDNTYRX lt 50 or gt 72000 then goto
ERR1_STDNTYRX
ELSE goto STUDFINX
DK, RF:
22
STDNTYRB
22
STUDFINX
STDNTYRB
STUDFINX
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total amount owed on all student
loans ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total amount paid in finance, late charges, and interest for all student loans in (last
month)?
Goto STUDFINX
0-999999999999: IF STUDFINX gt 375 then goto
ERR1_STUDFINX
ELSE goto OTHLOAN
DK, RF:
22
OTHLOAN
OTHLOAN
Goto STDNTYRB
As of TODAY --
1:
(Do/Does) (you/your household) have any other debt such as medical loans or personal loans?
2,DK,RF:
Goto OTHLOAN
Goto OTHLONX
Goto S22_END
Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, or vehicle loans
22
OTHLONX
OTHLONX
1. Yes
2. No
What is the total amount owed on all other loans?
Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, or vehicle loans
22
OTHLONB
OTHLONB
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total amount owed on all other loans?
Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, or vehicle loans
1-999999999999: IF OTHLONX lt 50 or gt 72000 then
goto ERR1_OTHLONX
ELSE goto OTHLNYRX
DK,RF: Goto OTHLONB
1-6: Goto OTHLNYRX
DK,RF: Goto OTHFINX
1. $0-$499
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Tag Name
OTHLNYRX
Variable Name
Question Text
OTHLNYRX
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total amount owed on all other loans ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, or vehicle loans
22
OTHLNYRB
OTHLNYRB
Could you tell me which range on CARD E best reflects the total amount owed on all other loans
ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?
Skip Instructions
0-999999999999: IF OTHLNYRX lt 50 or gt 72000 then goto
ERR1_OTHLNYRX
ELSE goto OTHFINX
DK,RF: Goto OTHLNYRB
Goto OTHFINX
Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, or vehicle loans
22
OTHFINX
OTHFINX
1. $0-$499
2. $500-$999
3. $1,000-$2,499
4. $2,500-$9,999
5. $10,000-$34,999
6. $35,000 and over
What was the total amount paid in finance, late charges, and interest for all other loans in (last
month)?
Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, or vehicle loans
BACK
SKIP_CHECK
SKIP_CHECK
Some Sections have been skipped.
Is there anyone in the household now that would be able to provide information on:
0-999999999999: IF OTHFINX gt 375 then goto ERR1_OTHFINX
ELSE goto S22_END
DK, RF:
Goto S22_END
1:
Goto SK_RESP
2:
Goto APPTOTH
3:
Goto DONE
Press Shift-F5 to view the status table
1. Yes
2. No
3. Battery problem
BACK
SK_RESP
SK_RESP
Ask if necessary:
With whom am I speaking?
ENTER LINE NUMBER or 95. For proxy respondent
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
4. NAME[4]
1-30: IF (SKIPFLAG[SK_RESP] = 1) OR (SK_RESP gt NROSIZ)
OR (AGERNG[SK_RESP] lt 2) OR (HHMEM[SK_RESP] = 2) then
goto CK_SK_RESP
ELSE goto SK_RESP2
95: Goto SK_RESP2
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Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
95. Proxy Respondent
I would like to change topics and ask you a few questions about your experience completing this
interview. Your responses will help us improve the survey.
Skip Instructions
BACK RES
BN_INTRO
BN_INTRO
BACK RES
BURDEN01
BURDEN01
1. Enter 1 to Continue
Do you feel that the length of today's interview was too long, too short, or about right?
Goto BURDEN02
BURDEN02
1. Too long
2. Too short
3. About right
How interesting was this survey to you?
Goto BURDEN03
BURDEN03
1. Very interesting
2. Somewhat interesting
3. A little interesting
4. Not at all interesting
How difficult or easy was it for you to answer the questions in this survey?
Goto BURDEN3A
BACK RES
BACK RES
BURDEN02
BURDEN03
Goto BURDEN01
1. Very easy
2. Somewhat easy
3. Somewhat difficult
4. Very difficult
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
BACK RES
BURDEN3A
BURDEN3A
Please tell me if you agree or disagree with the following statement:
Goto BURDEN04
I understand the terminology used in the survey.
BACK RES
BACK RES
BACK RES
BACK RES
BACK RES
BACK RES
BACK RES
BURDEN04
BURDEN4A
BURDEN05
BURDEN06
BURDEN07
BURDEN08
BURDEN09
BURDEN04
BURDEN4A
1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree
You were asked to participate in five interviews.
Would you say that this was too many interviews or did it seem like a reasonable number?
1. Too many interviews
2. A reasonable number
Thinking about the number of calls you received before each interview, would you say it was too
many or did it seem like a reasonable number?
Goto BURDEN4A
Goto BURDEN05
BURDEN05
1. Too many calls
2. A reasonable number
3. Did not receive any calls
How burdensome was this survey to you?
Goto BURDEN06
BURDEN06
1. Very burdensome
2. Somewhat burdensome
3. A little burdensome
4. Not at all burdensome
How sensitive did you feel the questions I asked today were?
Goto BURDEN07
BURDEN07
1. Very sensitive
2. Somewhat sensitive
3. A little sensitive
4. Not at all sensitive
How agreeable would you be to take another survey like this in the future?
Goto BURDEN08
BURDEN08
BURDEN09
1. Very agreeable
2. Somewhat agreeable
3. Not at all agreeable
If we had to extend this survey for another 15 minutes, how willing would you have been to
continue the interview?
1. Very willing
2. Somewhat willing
3. Somewhat unwilling
4. Very unwilling
Thinking about the amount of effort that you put forth into answering today's survey, would you
say that you put forth . . .
Goto BURDEN09
Goto BURDEN9A
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Read each item on list
BACK RES
BURDEN9A
BURDEN9A
1. A lot of effort?
2. A moderate amount of effort?
3. A little effort?
How motivated were you to complete the survey as quickly as possible?
Goto BURDEN10
Would you say that you were...
Read each item on list
BACK RES
BACK RES
BURDEN10
BURDEN11
BURDEN10
BURDEN11
1. Very motivated
2. Somewhat motivated
3. A little motivated
4. Not at all motivated
Please tell me if you agree or disagree with the following statement: I trust the U.S. Census
Bureau to safeguard the information that I have provided them.
1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree
Would you say that the time and effort you put into answering the survey questions was...
Goto BURDEN11
Goto BURDEN12
Read each item on list
BACK RES
BURDEN12
BURDEN12
1. Very well spent
2. Somewhat well spent
3. A little well spent
4. Not at all well spent
Please tell me if you agree or disagree with the following statement:
Exit block and goto BLKAPPT
I see why it was necessary to collect this information.
BACK RES
PRX_INTRO
PRX_INTRO
BACK RES
PROXREP1
PROXREP1
1. Strongly agree
2. Agree
3. Neither agree nor disagree
4. Disagree
5. Strongly disagree
We're almost done with the survey. I just have a few questions before we wrap up.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
This survey is about household spending. How well do you know the types of things other
people in your household spend their money on?
If NUMHOUSE > 1 then goto PROXREP1
Else goto CA_INTRO
Goto PROXREP2
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Would you say that you are...
Read each item on list
BACK RES
PROXREP2
PROXREP2
1. Very knowledgeable
2. Somewhat knowledgeable
3. A little knowledgeable
4. Not at all knowledgeable
How well do you know how much money other people in your household spend?
Goto CA_INTRO
Would you say that you are...
Read each item on list
BACK RES
CA_INTRO
CA_INTRO
BACK RES
CENADMN1
CENADMN1
BACK RES
BACK RES
BACK RES
CENADMN2
CENADMN3
CENADMN4
CENADMN2
CENADMN3
CENADMN4
1. Very knowledgeable
2. Somewhat knowledgeable
3. A little knowledgeable
4. Not at all knowledgeable
In order to produce statistics, the BLS can ask people for information in a survey, like this survey
that you have been participating in, or we could get it from another source. I would like to ask
you a few questions about different collection methods.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
If you knew your name and other information would never be singled out and would only be used
for statistics, would you prefer that the BLS ask you about the cost of products you buy in a
survey or use commerical records, like grocery story loyalty cards?
1. Ask me in a survey
2. Use commercial records
3. Neither
Would you prefer that the BLS ask you about the cost of healthcare services in a survey or ask
your doctor or hospital for it?
1. Ask me in a survey
2. Ask my doctor
3. Neither
Would you prefer that the BLS ask you for your property tax information in a survey or ask a state
agency, like the Department of Taxation for it?
1. Ask me in a survey
2. Ask state agency, like the Department of Taxation
3. Neither
Would you prefer that the BLS ask you for your income information in a survey or ask the IRS for
it?
Goto CENADMN1
Goto CENADMN2
IF (there is a record in Section 3 with OWNYB = 100 and
OPB_STAT = 1) then goto CENADMN3
ELSE goto CENADMN4
Goto CENADMN4
EXIT RESEARCH BLOCK and goto BLKAPPT
1. Ask me in a survey
2. Ask the IRS
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
BACK
APPTOTH
APPTOTH
I'd like to schedule a DATE to (conduct/complete) the interview.
What DATE AND TIME would be best to visit again?
3. Neither
Today is: (current date)
B.
25 characters:
B:
Goto DONE
RF:
IF outcome = 202 then goto CBREF
ELSE goto VERIFY_INFO
Battery problem
Missing Sections: Press shift-F5 to view the status table
BACK
CBREF
CBREF
BACK
THANKCB
THANKCB
Goto THANKCB
Exit this case now.
Call the case up again and make it a TYPE A non-interview before transmitting.
1. Enter 1 to Continue
Thank you.
Goto VERIFY_INFO
Goto VERIFY_INFO
I will come back at the time suggested
Revisit
(Appointment information)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
BACK
DK_CHECK
DK_CHECK
Are there any Don't Know items that you need to callback for?
Press Ctrl-M to review all Don't Knows
BACK
DK_APPT
DK_APPT
1. Yes
2. No
I'd like to schedule a DATE to complete the missing items.
What DATE AND TIME would be best to visit you again?
1:
Goto DK_APPT
2:
Goto THANKYOU
Goto DK_THANK
Today is (current date)
DK Items: Press Ctrl-M to review all Don't Knows
BACK
DK_THANK
DK_THANK
Thank you.
Goto VERIFY_INFO
I will come back at the time suggested.
Revisit: (Appointment information)
BACK
THANKYOU
THANKYOU
1. Enter 1 to Continue
This concludes the interview. Thank you for your patience, and for taking the time to answer
our questions.
IF INTNMBR = 1-4 then goto QTRAPPT
ELSE goto HOW_INTV
Let me remind you that the information you provide is very valuable because it is used to
update the Consumer Price Index, which is one of our nation's leading economic indicators.
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
That is why we sincerely appreciate your participation in this survey (and look forward to your
continued support when we contact you again in 3 months.)
Interview number: (1/2/3/4/5)
NOTE: Inform the respondent that a supervisor may call them to conduct re-interview.
Explain re-interview as needed.
BACK
QTRAPPT
QTRAPPT
1. Enter 1 to Continue
Today is (current date). I would like to return during the first week of (month) to conduct your
next interview. What day and time works best with your schedule?
Goto HOW_INTV
Enter date and time of the next quarter appointment.
Give respondent an appointment card with the filled-in date and time with Regional Office or Field
Representative contact information.
NOTE : If you are not making an appointment for the next interview, press Enter.
BACK
THANK2
THANK2
Thank you for your time. You've been very helpful.
NOTE: Inform the respondent that a supervisor
may call them to conduct re-interview.
Explain re-interview as needed.
IF BCNAME ne blank then goto VERIFY_INFO
ELSEIF NONTYP = 1-3 then goto TELPV
ELSE goto DONE
Interview number: (1/2/3/4/5)
1. Enter 1 to Continue
BACK
TRANS
TRANS
1:
Goto MISS_SEC
2:
Goto VERIFY_INFO
Are you ready to transmit this case?
1. Yes
2. No
BACK
MISS_SEC
MISS_SEC
No survey data were collected for a required section(s) in a 302 interview.
Goto TELPV
Press F5 to view status table
Enter the reason that best describes why survey data was not collected.
BACK
HOW_INTV
HOW_INTV
How did you collect the data for this (first/second/third/fourth/fifth) interview for this household?
1. Personal visit for all sections
1,6:
Goto SNGL_INT
2:
Goto TEL_RESN
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
2. Personal visit for all sections, but telephone followup for some questions
3. Personal visit for more than half of the sections, the rest by telephone
4. Equally split between personal visit and telephone
5. Telephone for more than half of the sections, the rest by personal visit
6. Telephone for all sections
BACK
SNGL_INT
SNGL_INT
Were you able to conduct the interview in a single (visit/call)?
Skip Instructions
3,4,5:
Goto TEL_SECT
IF HOW_INTV = 6 then goto TEL_RESN
ELSE goto CONVREF
1. Yes
2. No
BACK
TEL_SECT
TEL_SECT
Which of these sections did you collect entirely by telephone?
Goto TEL_RSN
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
Do not select 6 or 7 if any part of the section was collected in person.
1. Section 3 Housing - rent, mortgage, home equity loans.
2. Section 4 Utilities/Communications (electricity, heating, telephone, cable, internet).
3. Section 6 Appliances
4. Section 8 Home Furnishings
5. Section 9 Clothing
6. Sections 10, 11, and 12 Vehicle Expenses
7. Sections 13 and 14 Insurance
8. Section 15 Medical/Health Expenses
9. Section 18 Trips and Vacations
10. Section 22 Work Experience and Income
BACK
TEL_RESN
TEL_RESN
What was the main reason for collecting data by telephone?
1-7:
Goto CONVREF
8:
Goto OTHTLRSN
1. Barriers to reaching the sample unit (i.e., doorman, security, dog).
2. Collecting data from additional respondent(s) in household
3. Excessive distance or travel time to sample unit.
4. Respondent called FR to do interview.
5. Respondent only available by telephone (scheduling issues).
6. Respondent refused personal visit.
7. Respondent requested telephone interview.
8. Other (Specify).
BACK
OTHTLRSN
OTHTLRSN
BACK
TELPV
TELPV
Specify
How did you collect MOST of the data for this case?
(Include follow-ups)
Goto CONVREF
IF NONTYP = 1 AND SECTCOMP[2 or 3] = 1 AND NOCONTACT =
0 then goto RESPON
ELSE goto DONE
BACK
CONVREF
CONVREF
1. By personal visit
2. By phone
? [F1]
Goto RESPON
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
Was this a converted refusal?
1. Yes
2. No
BACK
RESPON
RESPON
Enter the line number of the MAIN respondent.
Goto OTHRSP
1. NAME[1]
2. NAME[2]
3. NAME[3]
4. NAME[4]
5. NAME[5]
6. NAME[6]
7. NAME[7]
8. NAME[8]
9. NAME[9]
10. NAME[10]
11. NAME[11]
12. NAME[12]
13. NAME[13]
14. NAME[14]
15. NAME[15]
16. NAME[16]
17. NAME[17]
18. NAME[18]
19. NAME[19]
20. NAME[20]
21. NAME[21]
22. NAME[22]
23. NAME[23]
24. NAME[24]
25. NAME[25]
26. NAME[26]
27. NAME[27]
28. NAME[28]
29. NAME[29]
30. NAME[30]
95. Proxy Respondent
BACK
OTHRSP
OTHRSP
Enter the line number of ALL OTHER respondents.
IF OTHRSP = RESPON then goto CK_OTHRSP
ELSE goto USERECS
Enter 0 For None
(Display Names of persons in the household)
0. None
1. NAMEonly(1)
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
2. NAMEonly(2)
3. NAMEonly(3)
4. NAMEonly(4)
5. NAMEonly(5)
6. NAMEonly(6)
7. NAMEonly(7)
8. NAMEonly(8)
9. NAMEonly(9)
10. NAMEonly(10)
11. NAMEonly(11)
12. NAMEonly(12)
13. NAMEonly(13)
14. NAMEonly(14)
15. NAMEonly(15)
16. NAMEonly(16)
17. NAMEonly(17)
18. NAMEonly(18)
19. NAMEonly(19)
20. NAMEonly(20)
21. NAMEonly(21)
22. NAMEonly(22)
23. NAMEonly(23)
24. NAMEonly(24)
25. NAMEonly(25)
26. NAMEonly(26)
27. NAMEonly(27)
28. NAMEonly(28)
29. NAMEonly(29)
30. NAMEonly(30)
95. Proxy respondent
BACK
USERECS
USERECS
In this interview, how often did the respondent consult records?
1-3:
Goto TYPERECS
4:
Goto HOMEFILE
1. Always or almost always (90% of the time or more)
2. Most of the time (50% to 89% of the time)
3. Occasionally (10% to 49% of the time)
4. Never or almost never (less than 10% of the time)
BACK
TYPERECS
TYPERECS
What types of bills, receipts, or records did the respondent(s) use to answer expenditure
questions?
1-7:
Goto RECT_SEC
8:
Goto SPECRECS
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
9:
IF 9 is selected with any other answer list option
then goto CK_TYPERCS
1. Bills
2. Checkbook ledger or check stubs
3. Personal finance or budgeting software records
4. Receipts of purchase (e.g., sales slips)
ELSE goto HOMEFILE
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
Question Text
Skip Instructions
5. Home file (provided by Census Bureau)
6. Contracts of agreements
7. Bank statements or online bill-paying statements
8. Other- specify
9. None
BACK
SPECRECS
SPECRECS
BACK
RECT_SEC
RECT_SEC
Specify
Which of these sections did the respondent(s) use bills, receipts, or other resources to answer
expenditure questions?
Goto RECT_SEC
Goto HOMEFILE
Enter all that apply, separate with commas.
1. Sections 2 and 3 Housing - rent, mortgage, home equity loans
2. Section 4 Utilities/Communications (electricity, heating, telephone, cable, internet)
3. Section 6 Appliances
4. Section 8 Home Furnishings
5. Section 9 Clothing
6. Section 10, 11, and 12 Vehicle Expenses
7. Section 13 and 14 Insurance
8. Section 15 Medical/ Health Expenses
9. Section 18 Trips and Vacations
10. Section 22 Work Experience and Income
BACK
HOMEFILE
HOMEFILE
Goto INFOBOOK
Did you give the respondent a Home File this quarter?
1. Yes
2. No
BACK
INFOBOOK
INFOBOOK
Goto LANGUAGE
In the interview, how often did the respondent consult the information booklet?
If reading the book to the respondent, enter 5.
1. Almost always (90% of the time or more)
2. Most of the time (50% to 89% of the time)
3. Occasionally (10% to 49% of the time)
4. Never or almost never (less than 10% of the time)
5. The respondent did not have access to the information booklet.
BACK
LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE
1,2:
Goto VERIFY_INFO
3:
Goto LANG_SP
In what language was the interview conducted?
1. English
2. Spanish
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Section
Tag Name
Variable Name
BACK
LANG_SP
LANG_SP
BACK
VERIFY_INFO
VERIFY_INFO
Question Text
Skip Instructions
3. Other - specify
Specify
Goto VERIFY_INFO
1:
Goto DONE
Verify/change any of the information listed below
2:
Goto V_PHONE
Telephone number: ((area)) (phone number) (Extension)
Second phone: (2nd phone number) (2nd phone extension)
Best time to call : (Bestime code description)
Specific best time: (best time specify)
No Sunday: ((No Sunday Interview/Sunday interview okay))
BACK
V_PHONE
V_PHONE
BACK
V_BSTT
V_BSTT
1. Enter 1 to Continue
2. Change something
What is your telephone number?
IF entry lt 10 digits and ne 0 then goto CK_VPHONE
ELSE goto V_BSTT
Enter 0 for none.
Best time to contact
1-9, Empty:
Goto V_BSTTI2
10:
Goto DONE
1. Morning (9am-12noon)
2. Noon/lunchtime (11am-1pm)
3. Afternoon (12noon-4pm)
4. Suppertime/early evening/dinnertime(4pm-7pm)
5. Evening (6pm-9pm)
6. Anytime (9am-9pm)
7. Late evening/night (7pm-9pm)
8. Daytime (9am-4pm)
9. After 5pm
10. Battery problem
BACK
V_BSTTI2
V_BSTTI2
Enter specific best time to contact
BACK
V_NOSUN
V_NOSUN
Would a Sunday interview be acceptable?
Goto V_NOSUN
Goto DONE
1. Yes
2. No
3. Battery problem
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| Author | brattland_j |
| File Modified | 2012-12-19 |
| File Created | 2012-12-18 |