{"id":69672,"date":"2024-04-20T10:45:40","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:45:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=69672"},"modified":"2024-04-20T10:45:40","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T10:45:40","slug":"which-of-these-categories-of-data-is-not-collected-during-the-census","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/which-of-these-categories-of-data-is-not-collected-during-the-census\/","title":{"rendered":"Which of these categories of data is NOT collected during the Census?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Age and sex distribution&#8221; option2=&#8221;Religion&#8221; option3=&#8221;Income levels&#8221; option4=&#8221;Literacy and education&#8221; correct=&#8221;option2&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is (b), Religion.<\/p>\n<p>The United States Census Bureau collects data on a variety of topics, including age, sex, race, ethnicity, housing, and employment. However, the Census Bureau does not collect data on religion. This is because the First Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees freedom of religion, and the Census Bureau does not want to create any pressure on people to reveal their religious beliefs.<\/p>\n<p>The Census Bureau does collect data on the religious affiliation of people who are members of the military, but this data is not collected from the general population.<\/p>\n<p>The Census Bureau also collects data on the religious composition of the United States, but this data is based on surveys that are conducted by other organizations, such as the Pew Research Center.<\/p>\n<p>The Census Bureau&#8217;s decision not to collect data on religion has been criticized by some people who believe that it is important to have data on this topic. However, the Census Bureau has defended its decision, arguing that it is important to respect people&#8217;s religious beliefs.<\/p>\n<p>(a) Age and sex distribution: The Census Bureau collects data on the age and sex of the population in order to track demographic changes over time. This data is used to plan for future needs, such as the construction of schools and hospitals.<\/p>\n<p>(c) Income levels: The Census Bureau collects data on income levels in order to track economic inequality over time. This data is used to develop policies to reduce poverty and promote economic opportunity.<\/p>\n<p>(d) Literacy and education: The Census Bureau collects data on literacy and education in order to track educational attainment over time. 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