The Single Most Important Purpose of the Census in the United

question 24

Multiple Choice

The single most important purpose of the census in the United States is to

• A) apportion seats in the House of Representatives.
• B) provide marketers with accurate data about potential customers.
• C) apportion seats in the U.S. Senate.
• D) provide policy planners with accurate demographic information.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Abilities

The mental capabilities that involve reasoning, problem-solving, planning, abstract thinking, complex idea comprehension, learning from experience, and adapting to changes.

Cognitive Abilities

Mental skills that include thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, and the ability to remember and learn.

Stage-like Manner

Describes a process of development or learning that occurs in distinct and separate phases.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, focusing on how children acquire knowledge and the stages of cognitive growth.