Census 2000 taught us important
lessons emphasizing the need to begin planning and development
early in the decade. The 2006 Census Test, which is a significant
component of advanced planning for the 2010 Census, will evaluate
new and refined procedures and methodologies including: the
increased use of automation for data collection, and methods for
improving coverage and self-response that are designed to reduce
costs while improving coverage and data quality. The Census Bureau
will select the most promising changes and innovations for Census
2010. The 2006 Census Test is a site test that will be ...
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