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:

Field Research

The collection of information outside of a laboratory, library, or workplace setting, often involving direct observation or interaction with subjects in their natural environments.

Agricultural Issues

Concerns related to farming and food production, including sustainability, pesticide use, and water scarcity.

Statistically Significant

A term indicating that the results of a study are unlikely to have occurred by chance, according to a predefined threshold of probability.

Significant

Having a particular meaning, importance, or consequence, often in a statistical, emotional, or practical sense.