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Introduction 

This document provides data users with the questions asked of respondents in the 2021 Consumer 

Expenditure Interview Questionnaire (CEQ). It is organized by questionnaire section and includes variable names, question text, response options, and 

skip instructions. As the contents of this document are instrument specifications, which show the organization of the survey from the perspective of the 

person interviewing the respondent, some content, including interviewer help options, icons, and CAPI-specific language, may not be relevant to data 

users. 

This version is intended for use from October 2021 through June 2022. 

Table of Contents

CEQ Section Page

Front 2

Coverage 23

Demographics 34

01 General Housing Characteristics 51

02 Rented Living Quarters 53

03 Owned Living Quarters and Other Owned Real Estate 64

04 Utilities and Fuels 119

05 Construction, Repairs, Alterations and Maintenance of Property 139

06 Appliances, Household Equipment and Other Selected Items 157

07 Household Item Repairs, Service Contracts, and and Extended Warranties 174

08 Home Furnishings and Related Household Items 180

09 and 10 Rented, Leased, and Owned Vehicles 190

11 Vehicle Operating Expenses 216

12 Health Insurance 237

13 Medical and Health Expenses 268

14 Insurance Other than Health 282

15 Educational Expenses 295

16 Subscriptions, Memberships, Books, and Entertainment Expenses 302
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17 Trips and Vacations 309

18 Clothing and Clothing Services 338

19 Miscellaneous Expenses 350

20 Expenses for Food, Beverages, and Other Selected Items 363

21 Occupations, Work Experience and Income 555

22 Assets and Liabilities 597

Back 660

CHI 611

Section Variable Name Question Text Skip Instructions

REPLACE

1. Yes

2. No

FRONT H_HHROS RESP LN NAME MEMBER 

RELATIONSHIP CU SEX AGE 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Return to interview

FRONT H_PURPOSE 1: Goto H_PURPOSE1

2: Goto H_PURPOSE2

3: Goto H_PURPOSE3

4: Goto H_PURPOSE4

5: Goto H_PURPOSE5

6: Return to interivew
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FRONT H_PURPOSE1 Return to interview

FRONT H_PURPOSE2 Return to interview
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FRONT H_PURPOSE3 Return to interview

FRONT H_PURPOSE4 Return to interview
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FRONT H_PURPOSE5 Return to interview
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FRONT HRESPONDENT IF RT25.QTYPE = 1 AND (INTPER = 202110, 202111, or 

202112) then 

 goto CARICON

ELSE return to interview
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30. NameOnly[30]

95. Proxy Respondent

Change 

Respondent 

Block

CARICON ? [F1]

This interview may be recorded for quality control 

purposes. Is that okay?

1. Yes

2. No

Return to interview

FRONT H_STATUS

 STATUS OF 

INTERVIEW (X = Section Complete)

1. Survey Info . . . . . . . . (blank/X) 13. 

Health Insurance .. (blank/X) 

2. Rental Liv Quarters (blank/X) 14. 

Medical/Health expenditures (blank/X)

3. Owned Liv Quarters (blank/X) 15. 

Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X) 

4. Utility & Fuel . . . . . (blank/X) 16. 

Education expenses . . . . . . . (blank/X) 

5. Construct Repairs . . (blank/X) 17. 

Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X) 

6. Appliances . . . . . . . (blank/X) 18. 

Trips & Vacations . . . . . . . . . (blank/X) 

7. HH equipment . . . . . (blank/X) 19. 

Misc. Expenses . . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X) 

8. Home furnish . . . . . . (blank/X) 20. 

Expense patterns . . . . . . . . . . (blank/X) 

9. Clothing & Sewing . . (blank/X) 21. 

Work experience. . . . . . . . . . .(blank/X)

10. Rented & Leased Vehicles . (blank/X) 22. 

Assets & Liabilities. . . . . . . . (blank/X)

11. Owned Vehicles . . . (blank/X) 

12. Vehicle Expenses . . (blank/X) 

Return to interview
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lookupkeyword

Endlooking Exit Help

FRONT H_KEYS See attached document H_Keys for the help text Return to interview

FRONT Global_Prechart Return to interview

FRONT SETBASIC ** Non Displayed ** Goto START

FRONT NEWCU ** OUT VARIABLE **

NEWCU2 ** Non-Displayed Field **

_NEWCU_ ** Non-Displayed Field **

Control Ca AGE62 ** OUT VARIABLE ** 

1. Yes

2. No

EXITINTERVIEW

1. Yes

2. No
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REPLACESPAW

N

1. Yes

2. No

FRONT START CENSUS CATI/CAPI SYSTEM 

 

 CONSUMER EXPENDITURE SURVEYS

 QUARTERLY INTERVIEW SURVEY

 DATE: (current date) TIME: 

(time) 

 INTERVIEW NUMBER: (1/2/3/4/5) CASE 

STATUS IS: (case status)

 (THIS HOUSEHOLD IS A CONFIRMED REFUSAL/ 

) 

 Language Spoken Last Quarter: 

(English/Spanish/(specify) ) 

1. Continue

2. Skip notes

3. Ready to transmit

4. Quit

5. Non-interview

1: 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 or 206 then goto 

CK3_START

 ELSE exit block and goto BBACK.TRANS

4: Exit block and goto BBACK.VERIFY_INFO

5: IF OUTCOME = 204 then goto CK2_START

 ELSEIF OUTCOME = 201 or 206 then goto 

CK3_START

 ELSE exit block and goto BCOVERAGE.NONTYP
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FRONT SHOSTAT (This household was not in sample last quarter. / 

) 

 

 PRECHARTS: Press Shift-F8 to view precharts

 INTERVIEW NUMBER 

PREVIOUS OUTCOME DESCRIPTION 

 (1 / ) 

(1st month outcome #) (outcode description)

 (2 / ) 

(2nd month outcome # ) (Outcome description)

 (3 / ) 

(3rd month outcome # ) (Outcome description)

 ( BC NAME: (name) / ) 

 (BC TITLE: (title) / )

 (BC PHONE NUMBER: ((phone number) / ) 

 (BC ADDRESS: (Street address) / )

 (BC ADDRESS: (street - line 2) / )

 (BC CITY: (city) / ), (BC STATE: (State) / ) 

(BC ZIP CODE: (zipcode) / ) 

 (BC OBSERVATION: (Yes/No) / ) 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF ROSTERNAMEONINPUT = Yes then goto SHOWROS

ELSE goto GENINTRO

FRONT SHOWROS

 STATUS OF HOUSEHOLD 

COMPOSITION

Resp. LN Name Member 

Relationship CU Sex Age 

(X / ) (Line #) (Name) (Yes/No) 

(Relationship) (Cu #) (1/2) (Age) 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto GENINTRO
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FRONT GENINTRO Do not read as worded below 

 

 o Identify yourself - show I.D.

 o (Ask for eligible respondent/Ask to speak to 

(respondent from last quarter))

 o Introduce survey 

 o The Household address is:

 (House #) (House #)suf (Street name)

 (Unit Designation)

 

 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

1: IF INTNMBR <> 1 AND NEWCU <> 1 AND 

 ROSTERNAMEONINPUT = 'Yes' AND not a 

 replacement case then goto REPLACE_HH 

 ELSE goto VERADD

2: Goto GIVE_LETTER

3: Exit block and goto BCOVERAGE.NONTYP
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FRONT GIVE_LETTER ? [F1]

We normally send a letter in advance to sample 

households informing them about the survey, and 

communicating the Privacy Act and other information, 

but the current social distancing guidelines may have 

prohibited us from doing so. Therefore, we've 

provided the letter online at 

www.bls.gov/respondents/cex. 

Would you like me to email this link to you for your 

reference?

 If the respondent says "Yes" ask for (or verify) email 

address, and send link via OWA

 - Proceed with interview. (Current Email 

address: (Email address))

 If the respondent says "No" or "What does the letter 

say?" - Press F1 and read

 verbatim Help text. 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF INTNMBR <> 1 AND NEWCU <> 1 AND

 ROSTERNAMEONINPUT = 'Yes' AND not a 

replacement case 

 then goto REPLACE_HH 

ELSE goto VERADD

FRONT REPLACE_HH 1: Goto CK_REPLACE

2: Goto VERADD
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FRONT REPLACE_VER A replacement household means that there 

are no members of the original household living at this

 address. Are you sure that this is a replacement 

household?

 (This case is part of a multi-CU household. 

Verify that ALL original members in all CU?s no longer 

live there. / )

 LN Name Member Relationship CU Sex 

Age 

 (Line #) (Name) (Yes/No) (Relationship) (Cu 

#) (1/2) (Age)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF RT8500.TOTALCU = 1 then goto 

REPLACE_SPAWN

 ELSE goto REPLACE_VER2

2: Goto CK_REPLACEVER

FRONT REPLACE_VER

2

 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. Yes

2. No

1 Exit block and goto BBACK.DONE

2: Goto REPLACE_SPAWN

FRONT REPLACE_SPA

WN

 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.

 The case you are currently in will automatically 

become a type C.

 (NOTE: There are (total number of CUs) cases that 

must also be Type C'd/ )

 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Exit block and goto BBACK.DONE
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FRONT VERADD 1: Goto MAILAD

2: Goto NADDST1

FRONT NADDST1 Enter corrections for House Number 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)

Goto NADDST2

FRONT NADDST2 Enter corrections for House # Suffix 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)

Goto NADDST3
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FRONT NADDST3 Enter corrections for Street 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)

Goto NADDST4

FRONT NADDST4 Enter corrections for Unit Designation 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)

IF FRAME = 3 or RT25.GQINAREA = 1 then goto 

NADDST5

ELSE goto NADDST6

FRONT NADDST5 Enter corrections for Group Quarters Unit 

Description 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)

Goto NADDST6
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FRONT NADDST6 Enter corrections for Non City Style Address

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)

Goto NADDPHYS

FRONT NADDPHYS Enter corrections for Physical Description 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)

Goto NADDCT

FRONT NADDCT Enter corrections for City 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)

Goto NADDST
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FRONT NADDST ? [F1]

 Enter corrections for State 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)

Goto NADDZP

FRONT NADDZP Enter corrections for Zipcode 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)

IF entry lt 5 digits then goto CK_NADDZP

ELSE goto NADDBUIL

FRONT NADDBUIL 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)

Goto CK_ADDRESS
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FRONT MAILAD (Is this also your mailing address?/I have your mailing 

address as *READ ADDRESS BELOW. Is that 

correct?) 

(Mailing address entries / physical address entries)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PHONENUMBER

2: Goto NMAILST1

FRONT NMAILST1 Enter change to Mailing address - House # or Press 

ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: 

Mailing Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) 

(Unit Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Noncity: (Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

Goto NMAILST2
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FRONT NMAILST2 Enter change to Mailing address - House # suffix 

or Press ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: 

Mailing Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) 

(Unit Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ 

unit: (GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address) 

Building: (Building Name) 

Goto NMAILST3

FRONT NMAILST3 Enter change to Mailing address - Street Name or 

Press ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: Mailing 

Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (House #) 

(House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) (Unit 

Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ 

unit: (GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

Goto NMAILST4
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FRONT NMAILST4 Enter change to Mailing address - Unit Designation

or Press ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: Mailing 

Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (House #) 

(House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) (Unit 

Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ unit: 

(GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

IF FRAME = 3 OR RT25.GQINAREA = 1 then goto 

NMAILST5

ELSE goto NMAILST6

FRONT NMAILST5 Enter change to Mailing address - GQ Unit 

Description or Press ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: 

Mailing Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) 

(Unit Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: ^MGQUNITINFO GQ unit: 

(GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

Goto NMAILST6
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FRONT NMAILST6 Enter change to Mailing address - Non-City Style 

Address or Press ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: Mailing 

Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (House #) 

(House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) (Unit 

Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ unit: 

(GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

IF no entry in NMAILST1 and NMAILST6 then goto 

CK_NMAILST6

ELSE goto NMAILCT

FRONT NMAILCT Enter change to Mailing address - City or Press 

ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: Mailing 

Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (House #) 

(House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) (Unit 

Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ unit: 

(GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

Goto NMAILST
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FRONT NMAILST ? [F1]

 Enter change to Mailing address -State or Press 

ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: Mailing 

Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (House #) 

(House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) (Unit 

Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ unit: 

(GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

Goto NMAILZP1

FRONT NMAILZP1 Enter change to Mailing address - Zipcode or Press 

ENTER for Same/No Change

Address: Mailing 

Address: 

(House #) (House #)SUF (Street Name) (House #) 

(House #)SUF (Street Name)

(Unit Designation) (Unit 

Designation)

(City), (State) (Zipcode) 

(City), (State) (Zipcode)

Phys des: (Physical Description) 

GQ unit: (GQ Unit Description) GQ unit: 

(GQ Unit Description)

Non-Cty: (Non-city address) Non-city: 

(Non City Address)

Building: (Building Name) 

IF entry lt 5 digits then goto CK_NMAILZP1

ELSE goto CK_MAILADDRESS
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FRONT PHONENUMBE

R

Ask or verify, if necessary.

What is your telephone number?

 Enter phone number or 0 for None/Refused

IF PHONENUMBER lt 10 digits and <> 0 then goto 

CK_PHONENUMBER

ELSE goto PHTYP1

PHTYP1 Exit block and goto BCOVERAGE

FRONT I_TOTALCU

COVERAGE NONTYP 1: Goto TYPEA

2: Goto TYPEB

3: Goto TYPEC
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COVERAGE TYPEA 1,2: IF 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 RACETYP

3: Goto REF_RSN

4: IF RT25.IMPADD = 1 then goto CK_TYPEA

 ELSE goto TYPEASP

COVERAGE TYPEASP IF 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

ELSE goto RACETYP
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COVERAGE REF_RSN 1-3: IF 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 RACETYP

4: Goto REASON_S

COVERAGE REASON_S IF 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 RACETYP

COVERAGE TYPEB 1,2,4-7: IF ( (INTNMBR = 1 or _NEWCU_ = 1) and 

 NEWUNIT ne S) then goto GQ_UNIT

 ELSE goto BCONTACT.BYOBS

3: Goto VACANT_S

8,9: Goto BCONTACT.BYOBS

10: Goto TYPEB_SP
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COVERAGE TYPEB_SP IF ((INTNMBR = 1 or _NEWCU_ = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S) 

 then goto GQ_UNIT

ELSE goto BCONTACT.BYOBS

COVERAGE VACANT_S IF ((INTNMBR = 1 or _NEWCU_ = 1) and NEWUNIT ne S) 

 then goto GQ_UNIT

ELSE goto BCONTACT.BYOBS

COVERAGE 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. Unlocatable Sample Address

12. Unit does not exist or Unit is out of scope

13. Other type C - specify

1,2,4-6,8-9: Goto BContact.BYOBS

3,7: Goto END_COVERAGE

10: IF any POUT1-3 = 201 or 203 then goto 

CK_SpawnInErr

 ELSEIF CTRLNUM[18] = 1 OR CTRLNUM[20-21] = 

10 then

 goto CK_SpawnInErr

 ELSE goto END_COVERAGE

11: IF (RT25.IMPADD = 0 or blank) then goto 

CK_TYPEC

 ELSE goto END_COVERAGE

12: IF RT25.DESIGN = 00 then goto CK_TYPEC2

 ELSE goto END_COVERAGE

13: Goto TYPEC_SP

COVERAGE TYPEC_SP Goto BContact.BYOBS

COVERAGE FM_SALES During the past 12 months did sales of crops, 

livestock, and other farm products from

this place amount to $1,000 or more? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto GQ_UNIT
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COVERAGE GQ_UNIT 1: Goto HUTYPE

2,DK: IF FRAME ne 3 then goto DIRACC

 ELSE goto HUTYPE

COVERAGE DIRACC 1: Goto HUTYPE

2,DK: Goto MERGUA

COVERAGE MERGUA ? [F1]

 

Is this a merged unit? 

1. Merged

2. Not Merged

1,DK: Goto HUTYPE

2: Goto CK_MERGUA

COVERAGE HUTYPE 1-6,8,9,DK: Goto UNISTRQ

7,10: IF TYPEB ne 8 then goto HUTYPESP

 ELSE goto UNISTRQ

COVERAGE HUTYPESP Goto UNISTRQ
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COVERAGE UNISTRQ IF NONTYPE = 2 (type b) then goto BYOBS

ELSEIF NONTYP = 1 then goto RACETYP

ELSE goto END_COVERAGE

COVERAGE RACETYP Goto HH_MEMQ

COVERAGE HH_MEMQ Goto TENURE
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COVERAGE TENURE 1,2: Goto HHQSRCE

DK: Goto BUILD_A

COVERAGE BUILD_A Which best describes this building?

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

Goto HHQSRCE

COVERAGE HHQSRCE 1-3: IF TYPE A (outcome is 321-324) then goto 

REF_SEX

 ELSE goto END_COVERAGE

4: Goto HHQ_SP
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COVERAGE HHQ_SPECIFY IF Type A (outcome is 321-324) then goto REF_SEX

ELSE goto END_COVERAGE

COVERAGE REF_SEX Goto REF_RACE

COVERAGE REF_RACE Goto REF_AGED
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COVERAGE REF_AGED Goto END_COVERAGE

COVERAGE END_COVERAG

E

IF (TYPEC = 3, 7, 10-12) then 

 goto BBACK.BlkAppt.DONE

ELSEIF (NONTYP = 1 or 2) OR (TYPEC = 1, 2 4-6, 8 or 

11)

 then goto BBACK.BlkAppt.THANK2

All others goto START_DEMOS

COVERAGE HSG_UNIT

COVERAGE BYOBS Did you classify this unit by observation only?

 

 PREVIOUS OBSERVATION: (YES/NO)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Exit block and goto END_COVERAGE

2: Goto CP1NAME

COVERAGE CP1NAME Goto CP1TITL
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COVERAGE CP1TITL Goto PHON

COVERAGE PHON IF entry is less than 10 digits then goto CK_CP1PHONE

ELSE goto CP1ADD1

COVERAGE CP1ADD1 Goto CP1ADD2

COVERAGE CP1ADD2 Goto CP1PO
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COVERAGE CP1PO Goto CP1ST

COVERAGE CP1ST IF entry is not a valid 2-digit state code then goto 

CK_CP1ST

ELSE goto CP1ZIP9

COVERAGE CP1ZIP9 IF entry is lt 5 digits then goto CK_CP1ZIP9

ELSEIF CP1ZIP9[6:4] is less than 4 digits then 

 goto CK2_CP1ZIP9

ELSE exit block and goto END_COVERAGE
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

STLLIV I have listed . . . . READ NAMES

(All of these/this) (person/people) still living or 

staying here?

(This case is part of a Multi-CU address. There are 

(number) households for this address/ )

(Lis tof persons in the household)

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TUNIT1 Block - PERSTAT

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

PERSTAT (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 

7. Delete person

8. CU member deceased

9. Reinstate person

99. Error - Person should not have been listed

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

FNAME (What is the name of the next person living or staying 

here?/What are the names of all persons living or 

staying here?) 

 Enter 999 if no more persons.

16 characters: Goto LNAME

99: Goto CK_FNAME99

999: IF ROW = 1 then goto ERR_FNAME

 ELSEIF MEMBNO < Nrosize + 1 then goto 

CK_FNAME

 ELSE exit block and goto CHECKS

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

LNAME Goto CU_CODE
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

CU_CODE Ask if not apparent

What is (your/NAME's) relationship to (you/the 

owner/renter/name of reference person)?

 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

IF more than 1 reference person (CU_CODE = 1) has 

been 

 selected (refpercnt > 1) then goto CK_CHECKS2

ELSEIF 2 or 10 entered and there is another household 

member with cu_code = 2 or 10 then goto Ck_Spouse

ELSEIF Prev_CUCODE = 1 AND CU_CODE = 2-10,DK or 

RF then

 goto CK_NewRefper

ELSE goto SEX

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SEX 1,2: IF cu_code = 2 and SEX = sex[refper] then goto 

CK_SEX1

 ELSE goto AWAY_COL

DK,RF: Goto AWAY_COL

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

AWAY_COL 1: IF CU_CODE = 1 then goto CK_AWAYCOL

 ELSE goto HH_MEM

2,DK,RF,EMPTY: Goto HH_MEM
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

HH_MEM 1,DK,RF,EMPTY: Goto Set_Flags

2: IF CU_CODE = 1 then goto CK_HHMEM

 ELSE goto Set_Flags

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

Prev_CUCODE ** Not Displayed **

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

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

MEMBNO

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

CHECKS ** Non Displayed ** IF RefPerCnt = EMPT then goto CK_CHECKS1

IF any CU_CODE = EMPTY then goto CK_CUCODE

IF any SEX = EMPTY then goto CK_SEX

IF any AWAY_COL = EMPTY then goto CK_AWAYCOL

IF any HH_MEM = EMPTY then goto CK_HHMEM

IF No person on the roster has FlgElib = Yes then goto 

ANY_HHMEM 

ELSE goto HHRESP
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Control Card ANY_HHMEM 1: Got back to TUNIT1
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

HHRESP 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 

S) OR 

 REPLACE = 1 AND NROSIZE less than 30 then 

goto MLIVE

ELSEIF ((INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1) and NEWUNIT ne 

S) OR 

 REPLACE = 1 AND NROSIZE eq 30 then exit block 

and goto

 BSUBFAMILY, BSFMAKEUP or TUNIT2 as 

appropriate 

ELSE goto NEWLIV
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

MLIVE So I have listed (Number of people in the household) 

(person/people) living or staying here now.

 (Lis tof persons in the household) 

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.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Go back to where FNAME = 999

2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto BSUBFAMILY, 

BSFMAKEUP or 

 TUNIT2 as appropriate

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

NEWLIV Is anyone else living or staying here, including 

newborn babies?

(Lis tof persons in the household)

 

1. Yes, add new person

2. No

1: Go back to where FNAME = 999

2: Exit block and goto BSUBFAMILY, BSFMAKEUP or 

 TUNIT2 as appropriate

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SUBFAM1 Earlier you said that (Name) was

not related to (Name of reference person).

Is (Name) related to anyone else in this household? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SUBFAM2

2: IF no more non-rels then goto SET_SUBFAMS

 ELSE goto SUBFAM1 for next unassigned non-rel
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SUBFAM2 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
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SET_SUBFAMS Goto BFSMAKEUP Block - SHELTX

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SHELTX (Begin financial responsibility questions to determine 

CU's/ )

(Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (his/her/their) 

housing 

expenses with (his/her/their) own money? 

 

(subfamily names)

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto FOODX

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

FOODX (Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (his/her/their) 

food 

expenses with (his/her/their) own money? 

 

(subfamily names)

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: 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: Goto OTHERX

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

OTHERX (Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (his/her/their) 

other 

living expenses such as clothing, transportation, 

etc., with (his/her/their) own money? 

(subfamily names)

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

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: Goto SUPSRC
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SUPSRC Does all or part of the money to pay for 

(READ NAMES) (housing/food/other living 

expenses...) come from someone 

in this household?

(subfamily names)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SUPRT1

2,DK,RF: IF no more subfamilies then goto 

UPDATE_SUBFAM

 ELSE goto SHELTX for next subfamily
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SUPRT1 IF SUPRT1 gt NROSIZE then goto CK_SUPRT1

ELSEIF no more subfamilies then goto UPDATE_SUBFAM 

ELSE goto SHELTX for next subfamily

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

UPDATE_SUBF

AM

IF more than 1 CU then exit block and goto 

CONSUMER_UNITS

ELSE goto CU_INTRO
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

CONSUMER_U

NITS

Goto CU_INTRO

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

CU_INTRO 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. 

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)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto TUNIT2 block

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

NAME ** SHOW ONLY **

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

CU_CODE ** SHOW ONLY **

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
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SEX ** SHOW ONLY **

1. Male

2. Female

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

AGE1 As of today, how old (are/is) (you/NAME)? DK,RF: Goto AGE2

0-109: IF CU_CODE = 1 AND AGE lt 16 then goto 

CK_AGE

 ELSEIF CU_CODE = 1 AND (AGE = 16 or 17 ) 

AND 

 (there is at least 1 household member with AGE

 greater than 17) then goto CK_AgeRefPer

 ELSEIF RESPLINE = MEMBNO AND AGE lt 16 

then

 goto CK_AGE

 ELSEIF AGE = 13 then goto AGESPEC

 ELSE goto HORIGIN

110-200: Goto CK_AGE1

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

AGESPEC Some questions are only asked for household 

members of a certain age.

In what month and year will (you/NAME) be 14 years 

old? 

 Enter month and year when household member 

will turn 14

IF before current month and year then goto VERIFY_AGE

ELSEIF AGESPEC[3:6] after current year + 1 then 

 goto CK_AGESPEC

ELSE goto HORIGIN

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

AGE2 Ask if necessary

(Are/Is) (you/he/she) under 16?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF RESPLINE = MEMBNO then goto CK_AGE2

 ELSEIF CU_CODE = 1 then goto CK_AGE2

 ELSE goto HORIGIN

2,DK,RF: Goto HORIGIN
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DEMOGRAPH

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HORIGIN 5

(Are/Is) (you/NAME) Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HISPANIC

2,DK,RF: Goto MULTRACE

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

HISPANIC 5

(Are/Is) (you/NAME) - 

 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)

1-5,DK,RF: Goto MULTRACE

6: Goto HISPOTH

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

HISPOTH Goto MULTRACE
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

MULTRACE 5

What is (your/NAME's) race?

 Probe if necessary

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

 Examples of "Other Pacific Islander" include 

- Fijian, Tongan

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

1-3,5,8,10,RF: IF AGE ge 14 OR AGERNG = 8 or 9 

then

 goto MARITAL

 ELSE goto Next Person

4: Goto ASIAN

9: Goto RACESP

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

ASIAN 5

(Are/Is) (you/NAME) - 

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)

1-6,DK,RF: IF AGE ge 14 OR (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then 

 goto MARITAL

 ELSE goto Next Person

7: Goto ASIANOTH
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

ASIANOTH IF AGE ge 14 OR (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto MARITAL

ELSE goto Next Person

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

RACESP IF AGE ge 14 OR (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto MARITAL

ELSE goto Next Person

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

MARITAL Ask if not apparent 

(Are/Is) (you/NAME) - 

 

1. Married?

2. Widowed?

3. Divorced?

4. Separated?

5. Never married?

Goto EDUCA

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

EDUCA 6

What is the highest level of school (you have/ (Name) 

has) completed or the highest degree (you have/ 

(Name) has) received?

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.)

1-3,DK,RF: IF AGE ge 17 or (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then

 goto VETERAN

 ELSE goto next member

4-8: Goto IN_COLL
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

IN_COLL (Are/Is) (you/NAME) currently enrolled in a college or 

university either - 

1. Full-time?

2. Part-time?

3. Not at all?

IF AGE ge 17 or (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto VETERAN

ELSE goto next member

Demographics VETERAN ? [F1]

Did (you/NAME) ever serve on Active Duty in the U.S. 

Armed Forces?

1. Yes

2. No

IF AGE = 17-65 or (AGERNG = 8 or 9) then goto 

ARM_FORC

ELSE goto the next person

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

ARM_FORC 6 ? [F1]

(Are/Is) (you/NAME) (now/still) in the Armed Forces? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

IF this is the last person then goto CHECKS2

ELSE goto the next person

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

MEMBSTAT

1. Delete person

2. Reinstate person

3. Deceased

5. Skip persons

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

PERSTAT

7. Delete person

8. CU member deceased

9. Reinstate person

99. Error - Person should not have been listed
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

AWAY_COL

 

1. Yes

2. No

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

HH_MEM

 

1. Yes

2. No

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

CE_INTRO As we start, please understand that we ask the same 

topics of everybody we talk to. I realize some of 

these questions may not apply to your household.

 

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 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

IF RT25.QTYPE = 1 and (INTPER= 202110, 202111, or 

202112) then 

 goto CARICON 

ELSE goto BUSCREEN
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CARICON_HH ? [F1]

This interview may be recorded for quality control 

purposes. Is that okay?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto bceintro.BUSCREEN

CARICON_Orig

1. Yes

2. No

BUSCREEN Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) had any expenses 

that will be reimbursed or deducted as business 

expenses?

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto BUSXPNSE

2: Exit block and goto BSECT01

BUSXPNSE For certain topics, such as housing, utilities, or 

vehicles, I will ask you to estimate how much of the 

expense was or will be deducted as a business 

expense.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Exit block and goto BSECT01

01B ST_HOUS IF COVERAGE.UNISTRQ = 2 or 3 OR (8500.UNISTRQ = 

2 or 3) 

 then goto ROOMSQ

ELSE goto BUILDING
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01B BUILDING 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

01B BUILDOTH Goto ROOMSQ

01B ROOMSQ How many ROOMS are there in this unit, including all 

finished

living areas and excluding all bathrooms?

1-30,DK,RF: Goto BEDROOMQ

31-99: Goto ERR1_ROOMSQ

01B BEDROOMQ 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
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01B BATHRMQ 0-9: IF (BATHRMQ > ROOMSQ) AND (ROOMSQ <> DK 

and <> RF) 

 then goto CK_BATHRMS

 ELSE goto HLFBATHQ

DK,RF: Goto HLFBATHQ

01B HLFBATHQ 0-9: IF (HLFBATHQ > ROOMSQ) AND (ROOMSQ <> DK 

and <> RF) 

 then goto CK_HLFBATHQ

 ELSE goto S1B_END

DK,RF: Goto S1B_END

01B S1B_END Goto Section 2 - BSECT02

02 S2_CHK IF BSECT01.ST_HOUS (from Section 1B) = 1 OR 

HUTYPE = 9 (from Coverage) OR (8500.ST_HOUS = 1) 

OR (HUTYPE = 9) then goto MORERENT.

IF INTNMBR = 2-4 and there is a record with 

8500.OWNYB = 100 

 and 8500.OPB_STAT = 1 then goto S3_INTRO.

IF INTNMBR = 2-4 and (there is no 8500.OWNYB = 100

 with 8500.OPB_STAT = 1) and 8500.SectComp23 = 1 

AND

 (8500.ST_HOUS is not 1) then goto STLRENT.

All others goto OWNED.

02 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

1,DK,RF: Goto RENTED

2: Goto BRENT02.RTASPAY

3: IF I_UNITFEAT1 = EMPTY then goto UNITFEAT

 ELSEIF I_YRBUILT = EMPTY then goto 

YRBUILT

 ELSE exit block and goto Section 3
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02 OWNED 1: IF I_UNITFEAT1 = EMPTY then goto UNITFEAT

 ELSEIF I_YRBUILT = EMPTY then goto 

YRBUILT

 ELSE exit block and goto Section 3

2,DK,RF: Goto PUBLHOUS

02 UNITFEAT IF 0 is selected with other values then goto CK_UNITFEAT

ELSEIF I_YRBUILT = EMPTY then goto YRBUILT

ELSE exit block and goto Section 3

02 YRBUILT 1700-9999: IF YRBUILT gt current year then goto 

CK_YRBUILT

 ELSE goto Section 3

DK,RF: Goto Section 3
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02 PUBLHOUS 1: IF I_INCLDRYR = EMPTY then goto INCLSTOV

 ELSE goto RENTED

2,DK,RF: Goto GOVTCOST

02 GOVTCOST Are your housing costs lower because the Federal, 

State, or local 

government is paying part of the cost? 

1. Yes

2. No

IF I_INCLDRYR = EMPTY then goto INCLSTOV

ELSE goto RENTED

02 INCLSTOV Goto INCLFRIG

02 INCLFRIG Goto INCLBDSH
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02 INCLBDSH Goto INCLPDSH

02 INCLPDSH Goto INCLWSHR

02 INCLWSHR Goto INCLDRYR

02 INCLDRYR Goto RENTED
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02 RENTED Do (you/you or any members of your household) (still/ 

) pay rent for these living quarters?

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto BRent02.RENTX1

2: Goto BRent02.RTASPAY

02 MORERENT 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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto BRent02.RENTX1

2,DK,RF: Goto S2_END

RENTDESC ** SHOW ONLY **

02 RENTX1 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.

1-9999999: IF RENTX1 > 4999 then goto 

ERR1_RENTX1

 ELSE goto RENTX2

0,DK,RF: Goto RENTX2

02 RENTX2 What was the total rental payment for (month) for this 

unit?

1-9999999: IF RENTX2 > 4999 then goto 

ERR1_RENTX2

 ELSEIF (RENTX1 <> 0, DK or RF) and 

 ((RENTX2 =< (0.6 x RENTX1)) or 

 (RENTX2 >= (1.4 x RENTX1))) then 

 goto ERR2_RENTX2

 ELSE goto RENTX3

0,DK,RF: Goto RENTX3
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02 RENTX3 What was the total rental payment for (last month) for 

this unit?

1-9999999: IF RENTX3 > 4999 then goto 

ERR1_RENTX3

 ELSEIF (RENTX2 <> 0,DK or RF) and 

((RENTX3 =< 

 (0.6 x RENTX2)) or (RENTX3 >= (1.4 x 

RENTX2))) 

 then goto ERR2_RENTX3 

 ELSE goto RTELECT 

0,DK,RF: Goto RTELECT

02 RTELECT Goto RTGAS

02 RTGAS Goto RTWATER
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02 RTWATER Goto RTHEAT

02 RTHEAT Goto RTTRASH

02 RTTRASH Goto RTPARK

02 RTPARK Goto RTTELEPH
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02 RTTELEPH Goto RTTVCABL

02 RTTVCABL Goto RTINTRNT

02 RTINTRNT Goto RTFUNSH
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02 RTFUNSH Goto RTASPAY

02 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)? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RTCOMPX

2,DK,RF: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN ne 2 then goto 

RTBSNS

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND (PSU = 

06001,

 06013, 06037, 06041, 06059, 06065, 06071, 

06081,

 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

02 RTCOMPX What is the current monthly rental charge to another 

tenant for a similar unit?

0-999999: IF RTCOMPX < 100 or RTCOMPX > 1550 

then 

 goto ERR1_RTCOMPX

 ELSE goto REGRNTX

DK,RF: Goto REGRNTX
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02 REGRNTX What is your regular rental payment? IF REGRNTX > 1463 then goto ERR1_REGRNTX

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN <> 2 then goto RTBSNS

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND (PSU = 06001,

 06013, 06037, 06041, 06059, 06065, 06071, 06081,

 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

02 RTBSNS Is any portion of this unit used for your own 

business?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RTBSNSZ

2: IF STLRENT = 2 AND RTASPAY = 2 then goto 

CK_RTBSNS

 ELSEIF (PSU = 06001, 06013, 06037, 06041, 06059, 

06065, 06071, 06073, 06075, 06081, 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

DK,RF: IF (PSU = 06001, 06013, 06037, 06041, 06059, 

06065, 06071, 06073, 06075, 06081, 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
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02 RTBSNSZ 1-99,DK,RF: IF (PSU = 06001, 06013, 06037, 06041, 

06059, 06065, 06071, 

 06073, 06075, 06081, 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: Goto ERR2_RTBSNSZ

02 RENTCONT Is this unit under rent control? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto MORERNT

02 MORERNT 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? 

 

 Do NOT include college or university 

regulated housing.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RENTX1

2,DK,RF: Goto S2_END

02 S2_END Goto Section 3 - BSECT3

02 I_INCLDRYR

1. Yes

2. No
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03A2 S3_INTRO (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 

Prop #|Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# LCHEL 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF INTNMBR = 2-5 AND NEWCU <> 1 then goto BSect3A1

ELSE goto BSect3A2

03A1 PROP_NOJ

03A1 PropDes ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 PropTyp ** SHOW ONLY **

1. Condominium

2. Cooperative

3. Something else

03A1 I_Loannum ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 AuxLochelnum ** SHOW ONLY **
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03A1 STILOWN (Do/Does) (you/your household) still own your 

(property description)? 

 

 Prop #|Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# LCHEL

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: IF 8500.OWNYB = 600 then exit block and 

 goto BSECT3I.VAC_RNTQ

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND (there 

are 

 previously reported loans with 

8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 AND 

 8500.OPF_STAT = 1) then exit block and 

goto 

 BMCHANGE.Mchange

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND 

 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block and 

goto 

 THomeEquity.PDLOAN2

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 exit block 

and goto 

 TAddMort.ADDMORT

 ELSE goto BSNSEXPA

2: IF 8500.OWNYB = 600 then exit block and goto 

PURPROP

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND (there 

are 

 previously reported loans with 

8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 AND 

 8500.OPF_STAT = 1) then exit block and 

goto 

 BMCHANGE.Mchange

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND 

 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block and 

goto 

 THomeEquity.PDLOAN2

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 exit block 

and goto 

 TAddMort.ADDMORT 

 ELSE goto BSNSEXPA
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03A1 BSNSEXPA (Are/Were) any of the expenses for this property 

deducted 

as a farm, rental, or business expense?

 Prop # |Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# 

LCHEL

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OBSNSZBA

2,DK,RF: IF there are previously reported loans with 

 8500.LOANTYPE = 1, 2 AND 

8500.OPF_STAT = 1 then

 exit block and goto BMCHANGE.Mchange

 ELSEIF 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block 

and 

 goto THomeEquity.PDLOAN2 

 ELSE exit block and goto TAddMort.ADDMORT

03A1 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. 

 Prop # |Description |Type |# Mort|# LSHEL |# 

LCHEL

1-99,DK,RF: IF there are previously reported loans with 

 8500.LOANTYP = 1, 2 AND 

8500.OPF_STAT = 1 then

 exit block and goto 

BMCHANGE.Mchange

 ELSEIF 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit 

block and 

 goto THomeEquity.PDLOAN2 

 ELSE exit block and goto 

TAddMort.ADDMORT

 

100: Goto ERR2_OBSNSZBA

03A1 MATCHID

03A1 PROP_NOJ ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 PROPDES ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 I_LoanNOF ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 LoanTyp ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 IMRTPMTX ** SHOW ONLY **
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03A MCHANGE ^MCHANGE_FILL 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MORTCHNG

2,DK,RF: IF 8500.Fixedrte = 2, DK or RF then goto 

PYMTJX1

 ELSEIF 8500.FIXEDRTE = 1 and there are more 

loans 

 for this property with 8500.OPF_STAT = 1 

then 

 goto MCHANGE for the next loan 

 ELSEIF 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block 

and 

 goto THomeequity.PDLOAN2

 ELSE exit block and goto TAddmort.ADDMORT

03A MORTCHNG 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

1,4: Goto PYRINIJ

2: Goto NEWMRRTJ

3: Goto MORTCHMO

5,6,8,9,DK,RF: Goto ORWHAT

7: Goto PYMTJX1
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03A ORWHAT Is this a 30-year (mortgage/lump sum home equity 

loan), a 15-year

(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan), or something 

else? 

1. 30-year

2. 15-year

3. Something else

1,2,DK,RF: Goto FIXEDRTJ

3: Goto MRTTERMJ

03A MRTTERMJ Goto FIXEDRTJ

03A FIXEDRTJ Is this a fixed rate (mortgage/lump sum home equity 

loan)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto ORGMRTJX

2,DK,RF: Goto PAYTYPJ

03A1 PAYTYPJ ? [F1]

There are many different kinds of (mortgages/lump 

sum home equity loans).

Which one of these comes closest to (yours/ your 

household's)?

 Read each item on list.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Variable or adjustable rate of interest (ARM)

2. Interest only

3. Other - Specify

IF 1 and 2 selected then goto CK_PAYTYPJ

ELSEIF 3 selected then goto PAYTOTHJ

ELSE goto ORGMRTJX

03A1 PAYTOTHJ Goto ORGMRTJX
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03A1 ORGMRTJX What was the amount of the (mortgage/lump sum 

home equity loan) when

(you/your household) first obtained it, not including 

any interest?

1-4999: Goto CK_ORGMRTJX

5000-9999: Goto ERR1_ORGMRTJX

1000-99999999: IF ( (8500.OWNYB = 100, 200 or 300) 

and 

 ORGMRTJX gt 600000) OR

 (8500.OWNYB = 400 and ORGMRTJX gt 

199999) then

 goto ERR1_ORGMRTJX

 ELSE goto NEWMRRTJ

DK,RF: Goto NEWMRRTJ

03A1 NEWMRRTJ ? [F1] 

 What is the current interest rate for this 

(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?

 Enter percent including decimal

00.000-99.999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 14 then goto 

ERR1_NEWMRRT

 ELSE goto PYRINIJ

DK,RF: Goto PYRINIJ

03A1 PYRINIJ 8 ? [F1]

On (your/your household's) last regular payment, 

which of these things

were included?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

1. Principal?

2. Interest?

3. Property taxes?

4. Property insurance?

5. Mortgage guarantee insurance (PMI)?

6. Any other payments - specify?

77. Don't know

1-5,77: IF neither 1 nor 2 were selected then goto 

 CK_PYRINIJ

 ELSEIF 8500.FIXEDRTE = 2,DK or RF or 

 FIXEDRTJ = 2,DK or RF then goto 

MORTCHMO

 ELSE goto MRTPMTJX

6: Goto PYJOTH

RF: IF 8500.FIXEDRTE = 2,DK or RF or FIXEDRTJ = 

2,DK or RF 

 then goto MORTCHMO

 ELSE goto MRTPMTJX
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03A1 PYJOTH IF (8500.FIXEDRTE = 2, DK or RF) or (FIXEDRTJ = 2, DK 

or RF)

 then goto MORTCHMO

ELSE goto MRTPMTJX

03A1 MRTPMTJX How much is (your/your household's) (mortgage/lump 

sum home equity loan) payment per month?

IF entry lt 70 or gt 3000 and (ne DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_MRTPMTJX

ELSEIF any codes 3 - 6 are selected in PYRINIJ then

 goto PRININJX

ELSE goto MORTCHMO

03A1 PRININJX How much of that amount is for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

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
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03A1 MORTCHMO In what month did (you pay off your (mortgage/lump 

sum home equity loan)/your (mortgage/lump sum 

home equity loan) change)?

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 ENTRY is not in the reference period and <> DK and <> 

RF

 then goto CK_MORTCHMO

ELSE

 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 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block and 

 goto PDLOAN2 in Thomequity block

 ELSE exit block and goto ADDMORT in TAddmort 

block

03A1 PYMTJX1 How much was (your/your household's) payment on 

this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) in 

(reference month)?

1-99999999,DK,RF: IF PYMTJX1 = 1-70 or gt 3000 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

0: Goto PYMTJX2
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03A1 PRNINJX1 How much of that amount is for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

0-99999999: IF PRNINJX1 = 0-40 or gt 2700 then goto 

 ERR1_PRNINJX1

 ELSEIF PRNINJX1 gt PYMTJX1 then goto

CK_PRNINJX1

 ELSE goto PYMTJX2

DK,RF: Goto PYMTJX2

03A1 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 1-70 or gt 3000 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

0: Goto PYMTJX3

03A1 PRNINJX2 How much of that amount is for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

0-99999999: IF PRNINJX2 gt PYMTJX2 then goto 

CK_PRNINJX2

 ELSEIF PRNINJX2 = 0-40 or gt 2700 then

 goto ERR1_PRNINJX2

 ELSE goto PYMTJX3

DK,RF: Goto PYMTJX3
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03A1 PYMTJX3 How much was (your/your household's) payment on 

this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) in (last 

month)?

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

ELSEIF there are more loans on this property with 

 8500.OPF_STAT = 1 then goto MCHANGE for the 

next loan 

ELSEIF 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block and 

 goto THomeequity.PDLOAN2

ELSE exit block and goto TAddmort.ADDMORT
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03A1 PRNINJX3 How much of that amount is for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

0-99999999: IF PRNINJX3 gt PYMTJX3 then goto 

CK_PRNINJX3

 ELSEIF PRNINJX3 lt 40 or gt 2700 then 

 goto ERR1_PRNINJX3

 ELSEIF there are more loans on this 

property 

 with 8500.OPF_STAT = 1 then 

 goto MCHANGE for the next loan 

 ELSEIF 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block 

and 

 goto THomeequity.PDLOAN2

 ELSE exit block and goto TAddmort.ADDMORT

DK,RF: IF there are more loans on this property with 

 8500.OPF_STAT = 1 then goto MCHANGE for 

the next loan 

 ELSEIF 8500.HWMNYLOC >= 1 then exit block and

 goto THomeequity.PDLOAN2

 ELSE exit block and goto TAddmort.ADDMORT

03A1 IPROP_NOH ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 PROPDES ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 I_LoanNOH ** SHOW ONLY **

03A1 PDLOAN2 Since the first of (reference month), (have/has) 

(you/your household)

made any payments for your home equity line of 

credit? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PD2AMTX1

2,DK,RF: Goto TOTOWED2
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03A1 PD2AMTX1 What was the total amount paid in (reference month)? 1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 100 and PD2AMTX1 lt 15 

or gt 6000) 

 OR (8500.OWNYB = 200-400 and 

PD2AMTX1 lt 35 or gt 

 35000) then goto ERR1_PD2AMTX1

 ELSE goto PD2AMTX2

0,DK,RF: Goto PD2AMTX2

03A1 PD2AMTX2 What was the total amount paid in (month)? 1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 100 and PD2AMTX2 lt 15 

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: Goto PD2AMTX3

03A1 PD2AMTX3 What was the total amount paid in (last month)? 1-99999999: IF (8500.OWNYB = 100 and PD2AMTX3 lt 15 

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
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03A1 TOTOWED2 ^TOTOWED2_FILL IF TOTOWED2 lt PD2AMTX3 then goto CK_TOTOWED2

ELSEIF (8500.OWNYB = 100 and TOTOWED2 = 1-165 or 

gt 104400) OR 

 (8500.OWNYB = 200-400 and TOTOWED2 = 1-2000 

or gt 100000) 

 then goto ERR1_TOTOWED2

ELSE goto PDLOAN2 for next loan for this property 

 with 8500.OPH_STAT = 1

 if no more loans for this property with

 8500.OPH_STAT = 1 then exit block and 

 goto TAddmort.Baddmort.ADDMORT

03A1 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)?

(Do not include reverse mortgages./ )

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HEQUITY

2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto S3A1_CHK1

03A1 HEQUITY Was this a mortgage or home equity loan?

 

1. Mortgage

2. Home equity loan

1,DK,RF: Goto OTHLOAN

2: Goto HELTYPE
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03A1 HELTYPE There are two basic types of home equity loans:

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?

 

1. Lump sum home equity loan

2. Home equity line of credit

Goto OTHLOAN

03A1 OTHLOAN Did you have any other new mortgages or home 

equity loans for (property description)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HEQUITY for the next row

2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto S3A1_CHK1
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03A1 S3A1_CHECK If this property was disposed of in the current interview 

 (OWNSTAT = 4) and OWNYB ne 600, goto Section 3D 

- BSECT3D

If this property was disposed of in the current interview and 

it is a residential business property (OWNYB = 600), goto 

PURPROP

IF the property is still owned (STILOWN = 1, DK or RF 

AND 

 OBSNSZBA ne 100) check to see if there are any new 

loans 

 (ADDMORT = 1)

 If yes and LOANTYPE = 1 or 2 (of the newly reported 

 loans) goto Section 3FG - BSECT3F

 If yes and LOANTYPE = 3 (of the newly reported 

loans)

 goto Section 3H - BSECT3HTABLE

 

 IF no, goto Section 3I - BSect3I

S3CurrentProps_

END

IF there are more "good" properties on the SCIF then go 

back

 to TStillOwn for the next property

ELSE exit block and goto PURPROP
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03A1 PURPROP 9

(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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PCODE

2,DK,RF: Goto 3A1_END

03A1 PCODE 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

03A1 NPROP2 IF (OnceNProp2 = 1) AND (NPROP2 < ORIGNPROP2) 

then 

 goto CK_NPROP2

ELSEIF 3 selected in PCODE then goto NPROP6

ELSEIF 4 selected in PCODE then goto NPROP4

ELSE goto S3A1_END
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03A1 NPROP6 How many homes rented out or owned only for 

investment purposes?

03A1 NPROP4 How many were land with no buildings on it? IF OnceNprop4 = 1 AND NPROP4 < OrigNprop4 then goto 

CK_NPROP4

ELSE goto S3A1_END

03A1 S3A1_END IF (PURPROP = 2, DK, RF) OR ( ONLY 2 entered in 

PCODE and 

 there is no new sample unit and there are no 

previously 

 reported active properties ) then exit block and 

 goto ANYRENT

ELSE goto Section 3B (BSect3BDEFGHI)

03A2 OTHERHOM 9

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)? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NOPROP

2,DK,RF: Goto BUSPROP3

03A2 NOPROP How many? 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 BUSPROP3 9

 

(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any commercial 

real estate or farm land?

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto RESBUSPR
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03A2 RESBUSPR 9

(In the following questions, please do not include any 

of the commercial properties (you/your household) 

^own_owns only for business or investment 

purposes.) 

(Do/Does) (you/your household) own any homes 

rented out or owned only for investment purposes?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RES_NUM

2,DK,RF: Goto SECHOME

03A2 RES_NUM How many? Goto SECHOME

03A2 SECHOME 9

(In the following questions, please do not include any 

of the properties ^You_YRCU (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?

 Exclude right-to-use timeshares, 

vacation clubs, or destination clubs.

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SEC_NUM

2,DK,RF: Goto NOBUILD
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03A2 SEC_NUM 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

ELSE goto NOBUILD

03A2 NOBUILD 9

Other than property you have already mentioned, 

(do/does) 

(you/your household) own any land without buildings 

on it?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto BUILDNUM

2,DK,RF: Goto NOLONGER

03A2 BUILDNUM How many? 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

ELSE goto NOLONGER

03A2 NOLONGER 9

Are there any properties that (you/your household) 

owned at the beginning of (reference month) that 

(you/your household) no longer (own/owns)?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMPRPTY

2,DK,RF: Goto S3A2_END
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03A2 NUMPRPTY How many different properties? 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
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03A2 P_TYPE 9 ? [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

3. Commercial real estate or farm land

4. Homes rented out or owned only for investment 

purposes

5. Land with no buildings on it

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

 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

RF: Goto S3A2_END
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03A2 HWMANY1 How many homes in which (you/your household) 

used to live did (you/your household) dispose

of since (reference month)?

IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) then goto 

CK_HWMANY1

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

ELSE goto S3A2_CHK

03A2 HWMANY2 How many other homes, vacation homes, recreational 

properties, or timeshares did (you/your household) 

dispose of since (reference month)?

IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) then goto 

CK_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

ELSE goto S3A2_CHK

03A2 HWMANY3 How many commercial real estate or farm land 

properties did (you/your household) dispose of since 

(reference month)?

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

03A2 HWMANY4 How many homes rented out or owned only for 

investment purposes did (you/your household) 

dispose of since (reference month)?

IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) then goto 

CK_HWMANY4

ELSEIF 5 selected in P_TYPE then goto HWMANY5

ELSE goto S3A2_CHK

03A2 HWMANY5 How many land properties with no buildings on them 

did (you/your household) dispose of since (reference 

month)?

IF (Section 3A2 has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) then goto 

CK_HWMANY5

ELSE goto S3A2_CHK
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03A2 S3A2_CK IF (HWMANY1 + HWMANY2 + HWMANY3 +HWMANY4 + 

HWMANY5) ne NUMPRPTY then goto CK_NUMPROP

ELSE goto S3A2_END

03A2 S3A2_END IF OWNED ne 1 AND

 ( (OTHERHOM = 2, DK or RF) or 

 (OTHERHOM = 1 AND NOPROP = DK or RF) ) AND 

( (RESBUSPR = 2, DK or RF) or 

 (RESBUSPR = 1 AND RES_NUM = DK or RF) ) AND 

( (SECHOME = 2, DK or RF) or 

 (SECHOME = 1 AND SEC_NUM = DK or RF) ) AND 

( (NOBUILD = 2, DK or RF) or 

 (NOBUILD = 1 AND BUILDNUM = DK or RF)) AND

( (NOLONGER = 2, DK or RF) or 

 (NOLONGER = 1 AND NUMPRPTY = DK or RF) ) then

 goto S3I_END

03B WHICH_PROP (Now I am going to ask about your (owned 

properties/next property) )

 Enter type of property

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/ )

1: Goto CK_WHICHPROP

2-5: IF WHICH_PROP = 2 and BSect3A2.OTHERHOM = 

1 and 

 1 selected in BSect3A2.P_TYPE then goto 

OWN_NOTOWN

 ELSEIF WHICH_PROP = 3 and 

BSect3A2.SECHOME = 1 and 2 

 selected in BSect3A2.P_TYPE then goto 

OWN_NOTOWN

 ELSEIF WHICH_PROP = 4 and 

BSect3A2.RESBUSPR = 1 and 4 

 selected in BSect3A2.P_TYPE then goto 

OWN_NOTOWN

 ELSEIF WHICH_PROP = 5 and BSect3A2.NOBUILD 

= 1 and 5 

 selected in BSect3A2.P_TYPE then goto 

OWN_NOTOWN

 ELSE goto PROPDESC
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3B OWN_NOTOWN Goto PROPDESC

03B PROPDESC (Now I'm going to ask some questions about your 

Sample Unit.)

 

(Briefly describe the (property type) ( /you no longer 

own). 

(* Press Enter to continue./* Enter 888 to delete this 

property.) 

30 characters: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto TIMESHAR

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 600 then goto 

COUNTRY

 ELSE goto SHARED2

888: Goto next property

03B TIMESHAR ? [F1]

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?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto DEEDED

2,DK,RF: Goto SHARED2

DEEDED ? [F1]

Is this a deeded or right-to-use timeshare?

1. Deeded

2. Right-to-use

1,DK,RF: Goto SHARWKS

2: Goto CK_DEEDED

03B SHARWKS How many weeks are (you/your household) entitled to 

use your timeshare each year?

1-16,DK,RF: Goto SHARED1

17-52: Goto ERR1_SHARWKS
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03B SHARED1 (Do/Does) (you/your household) own the timeshare 

with anyone else outside your household?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SHARPER1

2,DK,RF: Goto COUNTRY

03B SHARPER1 What percent of the timeshare (do/does) (you/your 

household) own?

Goto COUNTRY

03B SHARED2 (Do/Does) (you/your household) share ownership of 

the property with anyone else?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SHARPER2

2,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto COUNTRY

 ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-4 and NEWCU <> 1 AND 

 OWNYB = 200 or 400 then goto 

STILOWNB

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND OWNYB 

= 100 

 then goto BSNEXP2

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

ACQUIRYR

 ELSE goto BSNSEXP

03B SHARPER2 What percentage of the property (do/does) (you/your 

household) own?

IF OWNYB = 300 then goto COUNTRY

ELSEIF INTNMBR = 2-4 AND NEWCU <> 1 AND OWNYB 

= 200 or 400 

 then goto STILOWNB

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND OWNYB = 100 

then goto 

 BSNEXP2

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto ACQUIRYR

ELSE goto BSNSEXP
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03B COUNTRY 1: Goto STATE

2,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 2-4 AND NEWCU <> 1 and 

OWNYB = 300 or

 600 then goto STILOWNB

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND OWNYB 

= 300 

 then goto ACQUIRYR

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto BSNSEXP

 ELSE goto S3B_END

03B STATE IF DK or RF: IF INTNMBR = 2-4 AND NEWCU <> 1 AND 

 OWNYB = 300 or 600 then goto 

STILOWNB

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND 

OWNYB = 300 then

 goto ACQUIRYR

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto 

BSNSEXP

 ELSE goto S3B_END

ELSEIF not a good state abbreviation then goto 

CK_STATE

ELSE goto CNTYCODE

03B CNTYCODE 30 characters,DK,RF: IF INTNMBR = 2-4 AND NEWCU <> 

1 AND 

 OWNYB = 300 or 600 then goto 

STILOWNB

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND 

OWNYB = 300 

 then goto ACQUIRYR

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto 

BSNSEXP

 ELSE goto S3B_END

X: Goto OTHCNTY
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03B OTHCNTY IF INTNMBR = 2-4 AND NEWCU <> 1 AND OWNYB = 

300 or 600 

 then goto STILOWNB

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND OWNYB = 300 

then goto

 ACQUIRYR

ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto BSNSEXP

ELSE goto S3B_END

03B STILOWNB IF OWNYB = 600 then goto S3B_END

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 AND OWNYB <> 600 

then goto 

 ACQUIRYR 

ELSE goto BSNSEXP

03B BSNSEXP (Are/Were) any of the expenses for this property 

deducted as a farm, rental, or business expense? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OBSNSZB

2,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 100 then goto BSNEXP2

 ELSE goto ACQUIRYR

03B OBSNSZB 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.

1-99,DK,RF: Goto ACQUIRYR

100: Goto ERR2_OBSNSZB

03B BSNEXP2 Is any part of this property you own rented to 

someone outside your household or used for 

business? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ACQUIRYR
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03B ACQUIRYR In what year did (you/your household) close or settle 

on this property?

1900-9999: If entry = current or previous year then 

 goto ACQUIRMO

 Else goto ANPROPTX

DK,RF: Goto ANPROPTX

03B 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

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

03B GIFTPROP Was this property received as a gift or inheritance?

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto ANPROPTX

2: Goto OWN_PURX

03B OWN_PURX 9 ? [F1]

What was the total price paid for (this/the) property, 

not including closing costs? 

0-99999999: IF [(OWNYB = 100-300 and entry < 1500 or 

entry > 485000) OR 

 (OWNYB = 400 and entry < 100 or entry > 250000) ]

 then goto ERR1_OWNPURX

 ELSE goto CLOSECST

DK,RF: Goto CLOSECST
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03B CLOSECST 0-99999999: IF entry > OWN_PURX then goto 

CK_CLOSECST

 ELSEIF entry > 17000 then goto 

ERR1_CLOSCST

 ELSE goto OWNDPMTX

DK,RF: Goto OWNDPMTX

03B OWNDPMTX What was the amount of the down payment? 0-99999999: IF entry > OWN_PURX then goto 

CK_OWNDPMTX

 ELSEIF entry > 185000 then goto 

ERR1_OWNDPMTX 

 ELSE goto ANPROPTX

DK,RF: Goto ANPROPTX

03B ANPROPTX What (are/were) the annual property taxes for 

(this/the) property?

IF (ne DK or RF) AND [(OWNYB = 100 and ANPROPTX > 

15000) OR 

 (OWNYB = 200 and ANPROPTX > 8000) OR 

 (OWNYB = 300 and ANPROPTX > 7000) OR 

 (OWNYB = 400 and ANPROPTX > 3000) ]

 then goto ERR1_ANPROPTX

ELSEIF OWNYB = 400 then goto S3B_END

ELSEIF (OWNYB = 100, 200 or 300) AND NOT (OWNYB 

= 100 AND 

 SECT01.BUILDING = 1, 9, or 10) then goto 

PROPTYPE

ELSE goto S3B_END
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03B PROPTYPE Ask if not apparent. 

 If respondent doesn't know or refuses select 

pre-code 3.

 

(Was/Is) this property a - 

 

1. Condominium

2. Cooperative

3. Something else

Goto S3B_END

03B S3B_END IF STILOWNB = 2 then exit block and goto Section 3D

ELSE exit block and goto Section 3E

03D PROP_NOD ** SHOW VARIABLE **

03D AuxPropDesc ** SHOW ONLY **

03D DISPMTHD 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. Sold the property or traded the property in

2. Gave it to someone outside household

3. Something else, other - specify

1,2,DK,RF: Goto DISPYR

3: Goto DISPOTH

03D DISPOTH Goto DISPYR

03D DISPYR In what year did (you/your household) (sell( trade) this 

property/give this property to someone outside your 

CU/dispose of this property)?

Goto DISPMO
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03D DISPMO In what month did (you/your household) (sell( trade) 

this property/give this property to someone outside 

your CU/dispose of 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

IF DISPMO = DK or RF then goto S3D_END

ELSEIF DISPYR = DK or RF then goto S3D_END

ELSEIF flgError = Yes then goto DISPDATE_ERR

ELSEIF DISPMTHD = 1 then goto DISPX

ELSE goto S3D_END

03D DISPX What was the selling price (trade-in value)? IF entry < 750 or entry > 399900 AND (entry not DK or RF) 

 then goto ERR1_DISPX

ELSE goto DISPEXPX

03D DISPEXPX 10 ? [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?

0-99999999: IF entry > 28000 then goto 

ERR1_DISPEXPX

 ELSEIF DISPEXPX > DISPX then goto 

CK_DISPEXPX

 ELSE goto S3D_END

DK,RF: Goto S3D_END

03D S3D_END Exit block and goto Section 3E
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03E PRESMORT 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)? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMMORT1

2,DK,RF: Goto HADMORT

03E NUMMORT1 How many mortgages (have/has) (you/your 

household) had on this property since the first of 

(reference month)?

IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) then 

 goto CK_NUMMORT1

ELSE goto HOMEQ_YN

03E HADMORT (Have/Has) (you/your household) had a mortgage on 

this property since the first of (reference month)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMMORT2

2,DK,RF: Goto HOMEQ_YN

03E NUMMORT2 How many mortgages (have/has) (you/your 

household) had on this property since the first of 

(reference month)?

IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) 

 then goto CK_NUMMORT2

ELSE goto HOMEQ_YN

03E MRTCPSHA 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

1: Goto NUMMORT3

2,DK,RF: Goto HOMEQ_YN
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03E NUMMORT3 How many mortgages (have/has) (you/your 

household) had on this property since the first of 

(reference month)?

IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) 

 then goto CK_NUMMORT3

ELSE goto HOMEQ_YN

03E HOMEQ_YN (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

1: Goto LSHEL_YN

2,DK,RF: Goto S3E_END

03E LSHEL_YN ^LSHEL_YN_FILL_ONCE

(Have/Has) (you/your household) had a lump sum 

home equity loan on this property since the first of 

(reference month)? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMLSHEL

2,DK,RF: Goto LCHEL_YN

03E NUMLSHEL How many? IF (Section 3E has been completed) AND 

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) 

 then goto CK_NUMLSHEL

ELSE goto LCHEL_YN

03E LCHEL_YN (Have/Has) (you/your household) had a home equity 

line of credit on this property since the first of 

(reference month)? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMLCHEL

2,DK,RF: Goto S3E_END

03E NUMLCHEL How many? IF (section 3E has been completed) AND

 (the FR attempts to lower the entry) 

 then goto CK_NUMLCHEL

ELSE goto S3E_END
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03E S3E_END ** Non Displayed ** IF (NUMMORT1 > 0 OR NUMMORT2 > 0 OR 

NUMMORT3 > 0) OR 

 NUMLSHEL > 0 then goto Section 3FG

ELSEIF NUMLCHEL > 0 then goto Section 3H

ELSE goto Section 3I

03F PROPNUM ** SHOW ONLY **

03F PROPDESC ** SHOW ONLY **

03F ORG_INTR 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 (used to make/are currently 

making) payments on.

1. Continue

2. Delete the loan

1: Goto REFI

2: Goto S3FG_END

3F REFI (Have/Has) (you/your household) ever refinanced this 

(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto FRSTPYYR

03F FRSTPYYR In what year did (you/your household) make the first 

payment

on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)( after 

refinancing/)? 

( * Enter year of first payment after the most recent 

refinancing/)

1900-9999: IF (entry > current year) or 

 (entry < (current year - 30)) then 

 goto ERR1_FRSTPYYR

 ELSE goto FRSTPYMO

DK,RF: Goto FRSTPYMO
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03F FRSTPYMO In what month did (you/your household) make the 

first payment

on this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)( after 

refinancing/)? 

( * Enter month of first payment after the most recent 

refinancing/)

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 FRSTPYYR and FRSTPYMO > (current month + 2 and 

year) 

 then goto CK_FRPSTYMO

ELSE ORGMRTX

03F ORGMRTX What was the amount of this (mortgage/lump sum 

home equity loan) when (you/your household) 

obtained it, not including any interest?

1-4999: Goto CK_ORGMRTX

5000-9999: Goto ERR1_ORGMRTX

10000-99999999: IF ( (OWNYB = 100, 200 or 300) and

 ORGMRTX > 600000) OR

 (OWNYB = 400 and ORGMRTX > 

199999) then

 goto ERR1_ORGMRTX

 ELSE goto MTERM

DK,RF: Goto MTERM
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03F MTERM (Is/Was) this a 30 year (mortgage/lump sum home 

equity loan), a 15 year (mortgage/lump sum home 

equity loan), or something else? 

1. 30-year

2. 15-year

3. Something else

1: IF (current year - FRSTPYYR) > 30 then goto 

CK_S3FG

 ELSE goto NEWMRRT

2: IF (current year - FRSTPYYR) > 15 then goto 

CK_S3FG

 ELSE goto NEWMRRT

3: Goto MORTTERM

DK,RF: Goto NEWMRRT

03F MORTTERM 1-50: IF (current year - FRSTPYYR) > MORTTERM then 

 goto CK_S3FG]

 ELSEIF entry < 5 or entry > 30 then 

 goto ERR1_MORTTERM

 ELSE goto NEWMRRT

DK,RF: Goto NEWMRRT

03F NEWMRRT ? [F1]

What (is/was) the current interest rate on this 

(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan)?

 Enter percent including decimal

IF ENTRY < 2.5 or entry > 8.5 AND (not DK or RF) then

 goto ERR1_NEWMRRT

ELSE goto FIXEDRTE

03F FIXEDRTE (Is/Was) this a fixed rate (mortgage/lump sum home 

equity loan)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PAYINCL

2,DK,RF: Goto PAYTYPE
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03F PAYTYPE ? [F1]

There are many different kinds of (mortgages/lump 

sum home equity loans).

Which of these comes closest to (yours/ your 

household's)? 

 Read each item on list

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

1. Variable or adjustable rate of interest (ARM)

2. Interest only

3. Other - Specify

IF 1 and 2 are selected then goto CK_PAYTYPE

ELSEIF 3 is selected then goto PAYTOTHF

ELSE goto PAYINCL

03F PAYTOTHF Goto PAYINCL

03F PAYINCL 10 ? [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 (PMI)?

6. Any other payments - specify?

77. Don't know

IF 1 and 2 were not selected then goto CK_PAYINCL

ELSEIF 6 selected then goto PAYOTHF

ELSEIF FIXEDRTE = 1 then goto MRTPMTX

ELSE goto PAYMTX1

03F PAYOTHF IF FIXEDRTE = 1 then goto MRTPMX

ELSE goto PAYMTX1
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03F MRTPMTX How much (is/was) (your/your household's) 

(mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) payment per 

month?

1-99999999: IF MRTPMTX > ORGMRTX then goto 

CK_MRTPMTX

 ELSEIF entry lt 125 or gt 2700 OR

 (FIXEDRTE = 1 and MTERM = 1 and 

MRTPMTX*360 < ORGMRTX) 

 OR (FIXEDRTE = 1 and MTERM = 2 and 

MRTPMTX*180 < ORGMRTX) 

 OR MRTPMTX = ORGMRTX 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

03F PRININTX How much of that amount was for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

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

03F PAYMTX1 How much was (your/your household's) payment on 

this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) in 

(reference month)?

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
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03F PRNINTX1 How much of that amount was for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

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

03F PAYMTX2 How much was (your/your household's) payment on 

this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) in 

(month)?

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

03F PRNINTX2 How much of that amount was for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

0-99999999: IF PRNINTX2 gt PAYMTX2 then goto 

ERR_PRNINTX2

 ELSEIF entry lt 75 or gt 2500 then

 goto ERR1_PRNINTX2

 ELSE goto PAYMTX3

DK,RF: Goto PAYMTX3

03F PAYMTX3 How much was (your/your household's) payment on 

this (mortgage/lump sum home equity loan) in (last 

month)?

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

03F PRNINTX3 How much of that amount is for (principal / 

interest/principal and interest)?

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
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03F S3FG_END Goto ORGMRTX for the next new loan with LOANTYPE = 

1 or 2

IF no more new loans with LOANTYPE 1 or 2 AND 

NUMLCHEL (from 3E) gt 0 then goto Section 3H

ELSE goto Section 3I

03H AuxPropDesc ** SHOW ONLY **

03H PAIDLOAN (I'd like to ask some questions about (your/your CUs) 

home equity line(s) of credit.)

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.)?

1. Yes

2. No

888. Delete this loan

1: Goto PDAMTX1

2,DK,RF: Goto TOTOWED

888: Goto next loan

03H PDAMTX1 What was the total amount paid in (reference month)? 1-99999999: IF (OWNYH = 100 and entry < 15 or entry > 

6000)

 OR (OWNYH = 200-400 and entry < 35 or

 entry > 35000) then goto 

ERR1_PDAMTX1

 ELSE goto PDAMTX2

0,DK,RF: Goto PDAMTX2

03H PDAMTX2 What was the total amount paid in (month)? 1-99999999: IF (OWNYH = 100 and entry < 15 or entry 

> 6000)

 OR (OWNYH = 200-400 and entry < 35 or 

 entry > 35000) then goto 

ERR1_PDAMTX2

 ELSE goto PDAMTX3

 

0,DK,RF: Goto PDAMTX3
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03H PDAMTX3 What was the total amount paid in (last month)? 1-99999999: IF (OWNYH = 100 and entry < 15 or entry > 

6000) 

 OR (OWNYH = 200-400 and entry < 15 or 

 entry > 6000) then goto ERR1_PDAMTX3

 ELSE goto TOTOWED

0: IF PDAMTX1 = 0 and PDAMTX2 = 0 then goto 

CK_PDAMTX3

 ELSE goto TOTOWED

DK,RF: Goto TOTOWED

03H TOTOWED ^TOTOWED_FILL 0-99999999: IF (OWNYH = 100 and entry < 165 or entry > 

 104400) OR (OWNYH = 200-400 and entry 

< 2000 

 or entry > 100000) AND (entry <> 0 )then 

 goto ERR1_TOTOWED

 IF (entry < PDAMTX3 AND PDAMTX3 = 

RESPONSE) 

 then goto CK_TOTOWED

 ELSE goto S3H_END

DK,RF: Goto S3H_END

03H S3H_END Goto PAIDLOAN for next new loan with LOANTYPE = 3 for 

this 

 property. 

If no more new loans with LOANTYPE = 3 then exit block 

and 

 goto Section 3I
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03I MORTSPEC Now I'm going to ask about other ownership costs

for your (property description).

Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

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?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SPECIALX

2,DK,RF: If PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 1 then goto 

PAYCONDO

 Elseif PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 2 then 

 goto COOPPRG3

 Elseif PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 3 AND 

 (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 1) then 

 goto PAYHOASS

 Elseif PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 3 AND 

OWNYB = 

 400 then goto PAYHOASS

 Else goto GRNDRENT

03I SPECIALX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month -

How much EXTRA did (you/your household) pay?

IF (entry < 8 or entry > 14000) and (entry <> DK or RF) 

then 

 goto ERR1_SPECIALX

ELSEIF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 1 then goto 

PAYCONDO

ELSEIF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 2 then goto 

COOPPRG3

ELSEIF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 3 AND 

 (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 1) then goto 

PAYHOASS

ELSEIF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 3 AND OWNYB 

= 400 then 

 goto PAYHOASS

ELSE goto GRNDRENT
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03I GRNDRENT (Now I'm going to ask about ownership costs for your 

(property description)/ ) 

Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, (have/has) (you/your household) made any

payments for ground or land rent for (property 

description)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto GRNDRNTX

2,DK,RF: Goto PAYHOASS

03I GRNDRNTX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month -

What was the total amount paid?

1-99999999: IF entry < 45 or entry > 2465 then 

 goto ERR1_GRNDRNTX

 ELSE goto PAYHOASS

DK,RF: Goto PAYHOASS

03I PAYHOASS (Do/Does) (you/your household) make regular 

payments to a homeowner's association?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HORCORG

2,DK,RF: Goto SPCLPAY2

03I PAYCONDO (Are/Is) (you/your household) required to make 

regular payments of condominium fees for general 

maintenance or management services? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HORCORG

2,DK,RF: Goto SPCLPAY2
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03I COOPRG3 10 ? [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) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your 

household) 

made any payments for any of the following things - 

 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

10. Trash collection

11. Other

12. No payments made

77. Don't know

12,RF: Goto SPCLPAY1

1-11,77: IF 11 selected then goto CORGOTH

 ELSE goto MGOTHPPD

03I CORGOTH Goto MGOTHPPD
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03I HORCORG 1-11,77: IF 11 is selected then goto HORGOTH

 ELSEIF there is at least one loan of LOANTYPE 

= 1 

 on this property then goto MGOTHER

 ELSE goto MGOTHPPD

RF: Goto SPCLPAY2

03I HORGOTH IF at least one loan of LOANTYPE = 1 for this property 

then

 goto MGOTHER

ELSE goto MGOTHPPD

03I MGOTHER Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have you made ANY regular payments for 

these services?

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto MGOTHPPD

2: IF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 2 then goto 

SPCLPAY1

 ELSE goto SPCLPAY2
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Section 3I MGOTHPPD How often (do/does) (you/your household) currently 

pay for these services?

1. Once a month

2. Every 2 months

3. Quarterly (every 3 months)

4. Every 4 months

5. Twice a year (every 6 months)

6. Once a year

7. Other

1-6: Goto MGOTHPYX

7,DK,RF: Goto MGOTHERX

Section 3I MGOTHPYX What is the amount currently paid (once a 

month/every two months/every three months/every 

four months/every six months/once a year)?

IF (MGOTHPPD = 1 and (entry = 1-5 or entry > 870)) or 

 (MGOTHPPD = 2 and (entry = 1-5 or entry > 1740)) or

 (MGOTHPPD = 3 and (entry < 10 or entry > 2610)) or

 (MGOTHPPD = 4 and (entry < 10 or entry > 3480)) or

 (MGOTHPPD = 5 and (entry < 10 or entry > 5220)) or

 (MGOTHPPD = 6 and (entry < 10 or entry > 10,440)) 

then 

 goto ERR1_MGOTHPYX

ELSEIF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 2 then goto 

SPCLPAY1

ELSE goto SPCLPAY2

03I MGOTHERX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, how much (have/has) (you/your household) 

paid for these services?

1-99999999: IF entry = 1-9 or entry > 2610 then goto

 ERR1_MGOTHERX

 ELSEIF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 2 

then 

 goto SPCLPAY1

 ELSE goto SPCLPAY2

0,DK,RF: IF PROPTYPE (from 3B or 8500) = 2 then 

 goto SPCLPAY1

 ELSE goto SPCLPAY2
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03I SPCLPAY1 10 ? [F1]

(Have/Has) (you/your household) made any SPECIAL 

payments to a management service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto COOPSP3

2,DK,RF: Goto ASSESSMT

03I SPCLPAY2 11 ? [F1]

(Have/Has) (you/your household) made any SPECIAL 

payments to a management service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HOCOSP3

2,DK,RF: Goto ASSESSMT
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03I COOPSP3 IF 11 is selected then goto COSPOTH

ELSE goto SPECLX

03I COSPOTH Goto SPECLX
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03I HOCOSP3 IF 11 is selected then goto HOSPOTH

ELSE goto SPECLX

03I HOSPOTH Goto SPECLX

03I SPECLX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, how much were these 

special payments?

1-99999999: IF entry > 6600 then goto ERR1_SPECLX

 ELSE goto ASSESSMT

DK,RF: Goto ASSESSMT

03I ASSESSMT Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

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?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto ASSESSX

2,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 100 then goto RNTEQVX

 ELSEIFIF OWNYB = 300 then goto VAC_OCCQ

 ELSE goto S3I_END
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03I ASSESSX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month -

What was the total amount paid?

1-99999999: IF entry < 6 or entry > 77000 then 

 goto ERR1_ASSESSX

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 100 then goto 

RNTEQVX

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto 

VAC_OCCQ

 ELSE goto S3I_END

DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 100 then goto RNTEQVX

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto VAC_OCCQ

 ELSE goto S3I_END

03I 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.

0,DK,RF: IF ((TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 2, DK or 

RF))

 then goto VAC_SEC

 ELSEIF (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 1) then 

 goto TIME_RNT

 ELSE goto S3I_END

1-150: Goto VAC_OCCY

03I VAC_OCCY 1-4,DK,RF: IF (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 2, DK or 

RF) 

 then goto VAC_SEC

 ELSEIF (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 1) 

then 

 goto TIME_RNT

 ELSE goto S3I_END

5: Goto VAC_OTH

03I VAC_OTH IF (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 2, DK or RF) then 

 goto VAC_SEC

ELSEIF (TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 1) then goto 

TIME_RNT

ELSE goto S3I_END
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03I VAC_SEC Since the first of (reference month), was this property 

either rented by someone outside your household or 

available to be rented?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VAC_RNTQ

2,DK,RF: Goto RNTEQVX

03I VAC_RNTQ 0,DK,RF: Goto VAC_AVAQ

1-150: Goto VAC_RNTY

03I VAC_RNTY 1: IF VAC_RNTQ >= 91 AND OWNYB = 300 then goto 

RNTEQV2X

 ELSEIF VAC_RNTQ >= 91 then goto S3I_END

 ELSE goto VAC_AVAQ

2: IF VAC_RNTQ >= 13 AND OWNYB = 300 then goto 

RNTEQV2X

 ELSEIF VAC_RNTQ >= 13 then goto S3I_END

 ELSE goto VAC_AVAQ

3: IF VAC_RNTQ >= 3 AND OWNYB = 300 then goto 

RNTEQV2X

 ELSEIF VAC_RNTQ >= 3 then goto S3I_END

 ELSE goto VAC_AVAQ

4: IF VAC_RNTQ = 100 AND OWNYB = 300 then goto 

RNTEQV2X

 ELSEIF VAC_RNTQ = 100 then goto S3I_END

 ELSE goto VAC_AVAQ

5: Goto VAC_ROTH

DK,RF: Goto VAC_AVAQ
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03I VAC_ROTH Goto VAC_AVAQ

03I VAC_AVAQ 0,DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X

 ELSE goto S3I_END

1-150: Goto VAC_AVAY

03I VAC_AVAY 1-4: IF (VAC_RNTY = VAC_AVAY) AND (VAC_RNTQ <> 

DK and 

 <> RF) AND (VAC_AVAQ <> DK and <> RF) 

AND 

 [ (VAC_RNTY = 1 and ((VAC_RNTQ + 

VAC_AVAQ) > total 

 number of days from the 1st of the reference 

 month and today)) OR 

 (VAC_RNTY = 2 and ((VAC_RNTQ + 

VAC_AVAQ) > total 

 number of weeks from the 1st of the reference 

 month and today)) OR

 (VAC_RNTY = 3 and ((VAC_RNTQ + 

VAC_AVAQ) > 3) )

 OR

 (VAC_RNTY = 4 and ((VAC_RNTQ + 

VAC_AVAQ) > 100)) ]

 Then goto CK_RNTQ_AVAQ

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X

 ELSE goto S3I_END

DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X

 ELSE goto S3I_END

5: Goto VAC_AOTH

03I VACAOTH IF OWNYB = 300 then goto RNTEQV2X

ELSE goto S3I_END
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03I RNTEQV2X If someone were to rent this home today, how much 

do you think it would rent for?

IF (entry < 200 or entry > 800) AND (entry is not DK or RF) 

 then goto ERR1_RNTEQV2X

 

ELSE goto RENTPERD

03I RENTPERD 1-3,DK,RF: Goto RENTUTIL

4: Goto RNPEROTH

03I RNPEROTH Goto RENTUTIL

03I RENTUTIL Does this amount include utilities? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto PROPVALX
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03I RNTEQVX If someone were to rent this (including part of the 

property currently being used for business, farming, 

or rented/home today) how much do you think it 

would rent for monthly, unfurnished and without 

utilities?

1-999999: IF (OWNYB = 100 and entry < 300 or entry > 

3000) OR

 (OWNYB = 200 and entry < 200 or entry > 

4000) OR

 (OWNYB = 300 and entry < 200 or entry > 

8000) 

 then goto ERR1_RNTEQVX

 ELSEIF OWNYB = 100 OR (OWNYB = 300 

AND 

 ((TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 2, DK or 

RF)) then

 goto PROPVALX

 ELSE goto S3I_END

DK,RF: IF OWNYB = 100 OR (OWNYB = 300 AND 

 ((TIMESHAR (from 3B or 8500) = 2, DK or 

RF)) then

 goto PROPVALX

 ELSE goto S3I_END

03I PROPVALX About how much do you think this property would 

sell for on today's market?

0-99999999: IF OWNYB = 100 and entry < 1000 or entry > 

600000

 OR (OWNYB = 300 and entry < 3000 or entry >

 800000) OR (PROPVALX > 

RNTEQVX*1000) 

 OR (PROPVALX < ORGMRTX*0.5) then goto 

ERR1_PROPVALX

 ELSE goto S3I_END

 

DK,RF: Goto S3I_END

03I TIME_RNT Since the first of (reference month), did you rent this 

timeshare to someone outside your household?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto RNTEQV3X
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03I RNTEQV3X If you were to rent this timeshare today to someone 

else, instead of using it yourself, how much would it 

rent for weekly?

1-99999: IF entry < 200 or entry > 8000 then 

 goto ERR1_RNTEQV3X

 ELSE goto PRPVAL2X

DK,RF: Goto PRPVAL2X

03I PRPVAL2X If you were able to sell this timeshare, about how 

much do you think it would sell for on today's 

market?

0-99999999: IF OWNYB = 300 and entry < 3000 or entry 

> 

 800000 OR (PRPVL2X > 

RNTEQV2X*1000) 

 then goto ERR1_PRPVL2X

 ELSE goto S3I_END

DK,RF: Goto S3I_END

03I S3I_END Goto Section 3B for the next new property.

If no more new properties (OR NO New Properties) AND 

 OWNED = 1 then exit block and goto ANYRENT

ELSE exit section 3 block and goto Section 4 - 

BSECTION4

03 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? 

 Do NOT include college or university regulated 

housing.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RENTX1

2,DK,RF: Goto Section 4

INCLUDE_02

02 S2_END Goto Section 4 - BSECTION4
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04A S4A_INTRO Now I am going to ask about utilities including 

telephone 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 bill you have received, even if the bill has 

not been paid. 

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto TELEBILL

04A TELEBILL 12 ? [F1]

Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) received any bills 

for telephone, internet, cable TV, or satellite TV 

services, including cellular and Voice Over IP? Do 

not include bills for telephones used entirely for 

business purposes. 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TblPhone Block

2,DK,RF: Goto TblPhone.S4A_END
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04A PREVCOMP (What is the name of the first company you received a 

bill for/What is the name of the next company)?

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

1. (Previous phone company name)[1]

2. (Previous phone company name)[2]

3. (Previous phone company name)[3]

4. (Previous phone company name)[4]

5. (Previous phone company name)[5]

6. (Previous phone company name)[6]

7. (Previous phone company name)[7]

8. (Previous phone company name)[8]

9. (Previous phone company name)[9]

10. (Previous phone company name)[10]

11. (Previous phone company name)[11]

12. (Previous phone company name)[12]

13. (Previous phone company name)[13]

14. (Previous phone company name)[14]

15. (Previous phone company name)[15]

16. (Previous phone company name)[16]

17. (Previous phone company name)[17]

18. (Previous phone company name)[18]

19. (Previous phone company name)[19]

20. (Previous phone company name)[20]

55. Company name not listed

888. Delete the line

1-20: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto TELCHGX1

 ELSE goto TELBSNS

55: Goto TELCOMP

888: Goto TELOTH
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04A TELCOMP (What is the name of the company you received a bill 

for?/* Enter company name)

 Enter 888 to delete the line

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

888: Goto TELOTH

All others: IF Uppercase version of the entry is "NETFLIX" 

or "HULU" then goto CK_TELCOMP

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto 

TELCHGX1

 ELSE goto TELBSNS

04A TELBSNS Will any of the charges be deducted as a business 

expense?

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TELBSNZ

2,DK,RF: Goto TELCHGX1

04A TELBSNZ What percentage will be deducted?

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

1-99,DK,RF: Goto TELCHGX1

100: Goto CK_TELBSNZ

04A 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)

1-999999: IF entry < 7 or entry > 400 then goto 

ERR1_TELCHGX1

 ELSE goto TELCHGX2

0,DK,RF: Goto TELCHGX2
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04A 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)

1-999999: IF entry < 7 or entry > 400 then goto 

ERR1_TELCHGX2

 ELSE goto TELCHGX3

0,DK,RF: Goto TELCHGX3

04A 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)

1-999999: IF entry < 7 or entry > 400 then goto 

ERR1_TELCHGX3

 ELSEIF TELCHGX1 = 0 OR TELCHGX2 = 0 

then

 goto BILPERD

 ELSE goto TELSERV

0: Goto BILPERD

DK,RF: IF TELCHGX1 = 0 OR TELCHGX2 = 0 then goto 

BILPERD

 ELSE goto TELSERV

04A BILPERD What is your usual billing period for this service? 

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

1. Month

2. 2 months

3. Quarter

4. Annual

5. Other

Goto TELSERV
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04A TELSERV IF 1 is selected goto TYPETEL

ELSEIF more than one item is selected then goto 

TELBLPRS

ELSE goto TELOTH

04A TYPETEL IF more than 1 item is selected in TELSERV then goto 

TELBLPRS

ELSE goto TELOTH
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04A TELBLPRS 1: IF 2 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX1 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TINTNTX1

 ELSEIF 2 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX2 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TINTNTX2

 ELSEIF 2 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX3 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TINTNTX3

 ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX1 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX1

 ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX2 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX2

 ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX3 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX3

 ELSE goto TELOTH

2: Goto TELOTH

04A TINTNTX1 How much of the ($ (entry in TELCHGX1) 

charges/charges) in (reference month) were for 

internet access?

 (* Do not include data plans for mobile phones./ 

)

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

IF TINTNTX1 = 1-5 OR TINTNTX1 > 60 then goto 

ERR1_TINTNTX1

ELSEIF TINTNTX1 > TELCHGX1 then goto 

CK_TINTNTX1

ELSEIF TELCHGX2 = 1-999999, DK or RF then goto 

TINTNTX2 

ELSEIF TELCHGX3 = 1-999999, DK or RF then goto 

TINTNTX3 

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX1 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX1

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX2 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX2

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX3 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX3

ELSE goto TELOTH
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04A TINTNTX2 How much of the ($ (entry in TELCHGX2) 

charges/charges) in (month) were for internet access?

(* Do not include data plans for mobile phones./ )

Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)

IF TINTNTX2 = 1-5 or TINTNTX2 > 60 then goto 

ERR1_TINTNTX2

ELSEIF TINTNTX2 > TELCHGX2 then goto 

CK_TINTNTX2

ELSEIF TELCHGX3 = 1-999999, DK or RF goto 

TINTNTX3 

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX1 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX1

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX2 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX2

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX3 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX3

ELSE goto TELOTH

04A TINTNTX3 How much of the ($ (entry in TELCHGX3) 

charges/charges) in (last month) were for internet 

access?

 (* Do not include data plans for mobile phones./ 

)

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

IF TINTNTX3 = 1-5 or TINTNTX3 > 60 then goto 

ERR1_TINTNTX3

ELSEIF TINTNTX3 > TELCHGX3 then goto 

CK_TINTNTX3

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX1 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX1

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX2 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX2

ELSEIF 3 selected in TELSERV and TELCHGX3 = 1-

999999, DK or RF then goto TCABLEX3

ELSE goto TELOTH

04A TCABLEX1 How much of the ($ (entry in TELCHGX1) 

charges/charges) in (reference month) were for cable 

or satellite television service?

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

IF TCABLEX1 = 1-5 or TCABLEX1 > 90 then goto 

ERR1_TCABLEX1

ELSEIF TCABLEX1 > TELCHGX1 then goto 

CK_TCABLEX1

ELSEIF (TCABLEX1 + TINTNTX1) > TELCHGX1 then 

goto CK2_TCABLEX1

ELSEIF TELCHGX2 = 1-999999, DK or RF then goto 

TCABLEX2

ELSEIF TELCHGX3 = 1-999999, DK or RF then goto 

TCABLEX3

ELSE goto TELOTH
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04A TCABLEX2 How much of the ($ (entry in TELCHGX2) 

charges/charges) in (month) were for cable or satellite 

television service?

Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) (TELCHGX3)

IF TCABLEX2 = 1-5 or TCABLEX2 > 90 then goto 

ERR1_TCABLEX2

ELSEIF TCABLEX2 > TELCHGX2 then goto 

CK_TCABLEX2

ELSEIF TCABLEX2 + TINTNTX2 > TELCHGX2 then goto 

CK2_TCABLEX2

ELSEIF TELCHGX3 = 1-999999, DK or RF then goto 

TCABLEX3

ELSE goto TELOTH

04A TCABLEX3 How much of the ($ (entry in TELCHGX3) 

charges/charges) in (last month) were for cable or 

satellite television service?

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

1-999999: IF TCABLEX3 = 1-5 or TCABLEX > 90 then 

goto ERR1_TCABLEX3

 ELSEIF TCABLEX3 > TELCHGX3 then goto 

CK_TCABLEX3

 ELSEIF TCABLEX3 + TINTNTX3 > 

TELCHGX3 then goto CK2_TCABLEX3

 ELSE goto TELOTH

0,DK,RF: Goto TELOTH

04A TELOTH Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

receive any other bills for telephones, internet, cable 

TV, or satellite TV services not used entirely for 

business purposes?

 Description Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

 (TELCOMP) (TELCHGX1) (TELCHGX2) 

(TELCHGX3)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF row number = 20 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSEIF any 850005.TELCOMP = 1-20 then goto 

PREVCOMP, 

 next row of the table

 ELSE goto TELCOMP, next row of the table

2: IF Answer is changed from a 1 to a 2 then goto 

CK_TELOTH

 ELSE exit block goto TblPhone.S4A_END

04A S4A_END Goto Section 4B - BSection04B
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04B PRPYCELL 12

Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your 

household) purchased any pre-paid cellular minutes, 

not already reported? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PRPYCLX

2,DK,RF: Goto INTAWAY

04B PRPYCLX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month - 

What was the total amount paid?

IF PRPYCLX < 5 or PRPYCLX > 300 then goto 

ERR1_PRPYCLX

ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto FONSTORE

ELSE goto INTAWAY

04B FONSTORE What is the name of the business where these were 

purchased? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

 If there are multiple stores, websites, or 

company names, enter the last/most recent

IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

INTAWAY

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto INTAWAY

ELSE goto FONPURCH

04B FONPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto INTAWAY

2: Goto FONLOC

04B FONLOC In what city is (store name) located? Goto FONLOCST
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04B FONLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_FONLOCST

ELSE goto INTAWAY

04B INTAWAY Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your 

household) paid for internet or wireless internet 

access away from home, at places such as cafés, 

hotels, or airplanes? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto INTAWYX

2,DK,RF: Goto S4B_END

04B INTAWYX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month - 

What was the total amount paid?

1-9999: IF INTAWYX < 5 or INTAWYX > 150 then goto 

ERR1_INTAWYX

 ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 7, 07, 8 or 08 then 

 goto INTSTORE

 ELSE goto S4B_END

DK,RF: IF RT10.POPGRP = 7, 07, 8 or 08 then goto 

INTSTORE

 ELSE goto S4B_END

04B INTSTORE What is the name of the business where these were 

purchased? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

 If there are multiple stores, websites, or 

company names, enter the last/most recent

IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

S4B_END

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto S4B_END

ELSE goto INTPURCH

04B INTPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto S4B_END

2: Goto INTLOC
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04B INTLOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto INTLOCST

04B INTLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_INTLOCST

ELSE goto S4B_END

04B S4B_END Exit block and goto Section 4C - S4C_INTRO

04C S4C_INTRO Now I am going to ask about utility bills. 

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

 

 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto TBLPROPT.Bsection04C.UTC_ITEM
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04C UTC_ITEM 12 ? [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. 

 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

7. Garbage and recycling collection

8. Water softening service

9. Septic tank cleaning

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

1-9: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto WHATPROP

99: Goto S4C_END

888: Goto next row of table

04C DESCPR_AX ** SHOW ONLY **
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04C WHATPROP Which property was the bill for?

1. (Owned Property)[1]

2. (Owned Property)[2]

3. (Owned Property)[3]

4. (Owned Property)[4]

5. (Owned Property)[5]

6. (Owned Property)[6]

7. (Owned Property)[7]

8. (Owned Property)[8]

9. (Owned Property)[9]

10. (Owned Property)[10]

11. (Owned Property)[11]

12. (Owned Property)[12]

13. (Owned Property)[13]

14. (Owned Property)[14]

15. (Owned Property)[15]

16. (Owned Property)[16]

17. (Owned Property)[17]

18. (Owned Property)[18]

19. (Owned Property)[19]

20. (Owned Property)[20]

40. (Owned Property)[40]

41. (Owned Property)[41]

42. Rented vacation Property

43. Property not owned or rented by household

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 = 1-4, 6-7 and no data in any

 850007.COMPNAME [1]-[40] then goto 

COMPNAME

 ELSEIF UTC_ITEM = 1-4, 6-7 and any data in 

 850007.COMPNAME [1]-[40] then goto 

LASTCOMP

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto 

UTLCHGX1

 ELSE goto UTILBUSN

41,42,43,DK,RF: Goto UTLPDESC

04C UTLPDESC Briefly describe the property. IF UTC_ITEM = 1-4, 6-7 AND no data in any

 850006.COMPNAME [1]-[40] then goto COMPNAME

ELSEIF UTC_ITEM = 1-4, 6-7 and any data in

 850006.COMPNAME [1]-[40] then goto LASTCOMP

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto UTLCHGX1

ELSE goto UTILBUSN
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04C LASTCOMP What is the name of the company or government 

agency which provides (Utility description)?

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP)(UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2)(UTLCHGX3)

1. (Company name)[1]

2. (Company name)[2]

3. (Company name)[3]

4. (Company name)[4]

5. (Company name)[5]

6. (Company name)[6]

7. (Company name)[7]

8. (Company name)[8]

9. (Company name)[9]

10. (Company name)[10]

11. (Company name)[11]

12. (Company name)[12]

13. (Company name)[13]

14. (Company name)[14]

15. (Company name)[15]

16. (Company name)[16]

17. (Company name)[17]

18. (Company name)[18]

19. (Company name)[19]

20. (Company name)[20]

55. Company name not listed

1-20: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto UTLCHGX1

 ELSE goto UTILBUSN

55: Goto COMPNAME
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04C COMPNAME What is the name of the company or government 

agency which provides (Utility description)?

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto UTLCHGX1

ELSE goto UTILBUSN

04C UTILBUSN Will any part of the (Utility Description) charges be 

deducted as a business expense?

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto UTLCHGX1
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04C UTLCHGX1 How much were you billed for in (reference month)?

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

1-999999: IF (UTC_ITEM = 1 and UTLCHGX1 < 15 or 

UTLCHGX1 > 

 500)OR 

 (UTC_ITEM = 2 and UTLCHGX1 < 8 or UTLCHGX1 > 

500)OR 

 (UTC_ITEM = 3 and UTLCHGX1 < 34 or UTLCHGX1 

> 722) OR 

 (UTC_ITEM = 4 and UTLCHGX1 < 7 or UTLCHGX1 > 

600) OR

 (UTC_ITEM = 5 and UTLCHGX1 < 19 or UTLCHGX1 

> 700) OR 

 (UTC_ITEM = 6 and UTLCHGX1 < 6 or UTLCHGX1 > 

250) OR 

 (UTC_ITEM = 7 and UTLCHGX1 < 6 or UTLCHGX1 > 

150) OR

 (UTC_ITEM = 8 and UTLCHGX1 < 7 or UTLCHGX1 > 

106) OR

 (UTC_ITEM = 9 and UTLCHGX1 < 5 or UTLCHGX1 > 

600)

 then goto ERR1_UTLCHGX1

 ELSE goto UTILCHGX2

0,DK,RF: Goto UTILCHGX2
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04C UTLCHGX2 How much were you billed for in (month)?

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

1-999999: IF (UTC_ITEM = 1 and UTLCHGX2 < 15 or 

UTLCHGX2 > 

 500) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 2 and UTLCHGX2 < 8 or UTLCHGX2 

> 500) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 3 and UTLCHGX2 < 34 or 

UTLCHGX2 > 722) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 4 and UTLCHGX2 < 7 or UTLCHGX2 

> 600) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 5 and UTLCHGX2 < 19 or 

UTLCHGX2 > 700) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 6 and UTLCHGX2 < 6 or UTLCHGX2 

> 250) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 7 and UTLCHGX2 < 6 or UTLCHGX2 

> 150) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 8 and UTLCHGX2 < 7 or UTLCHGX2 

> 106) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 9 and UTLCHGX2 < 5 or UTLCHGX2 

> 600) 

 then goto ERR1_ UTLCHGX2

 ELSE goto UTILCHGX3

0,DK,RF: Goto UTILCHGX3
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04C UTLCHGX3 How much were you billed for in (last month)?

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

1-999999: IF (UTC_ITEM = 1 and UTLCHGX3 < 15 or 

UTLCHGX3 >

 500) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 2 and UTLCHGX3 < 8 or UTLCHGX3 

> 500) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 3 and UTLCHGX3 < 34 or 

UTLCHGX3 > 722) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 4 and UTLCHGX3 < 7 or UTLCHGX3 

> 600) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 5 and UTLCHGX3 < 19 or 

UTLCHGX3 > 700) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 6 and UTLCHGX3 < 6 or UTLCHGX3 

> 250) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 7 and UTLCHGX3 < 6 or UTLCHGX3 

> 150) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 8 and UTLCHGX3 < 7 or UTLCHGX3 

> 106) or

 (UTC_ITEM = 9 and UTLCHGX3 < 5 or UTLCHGX3 

> 600)

 then goto ERR1_UTLCHGX3

 ELSEIF UTLCHGX1 = 0 OR UTLCHGX2 = 0 then 

goto BLPERIOD

 ELSE goto UTILCMB_S

0: Goto BLPERIOD

DK,RF: Goto UTILCMB_S
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04C BLPERIOD What is your usual billing period for the service? 

 

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

1. Month

2. 2 months

3. Quarter

4. Annual

5. Other

1-4,DK,RF: Goto UTILCMB_S

5: Goto BLPEROTH

04C BLPEROTH Goto UTILCMB_S

04C UTILCMB_S C: Goto UTILCMB

EMPTY: IF UTC_ITEM = 3, 4, 6, or 7 and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 13

 or 14) then goto UTLPURCH

 ELSE goto MOREBILL

IF anything other than a 'C' or empty is entered then 

 goto CK_C
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04C UTILCMB 12 ? [F1] 

What other utilities, fuels, or services was (Utility 

Description) combined with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP)(UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

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)

IF UTC_ITEM = 3, 4, 6, or 7 and (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 

14)

 then goto UTLPURCH

ELSE goto MOREBILL

04C UTLPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MOREBILL

2: Goto UTILLOC

04C UTILLOC In what city is (Bottled/Tank gas company name) 

located?

Goto UTILOCST
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04C UTILOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Bottled/Tank gas company name) 

located? 

 

 Enter the two character state 

abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid abbreviation then goto 

CK_UTILOCST

ELSE goto MOREBILL

04C MOREBILL Did you receive any other (Utility Description) bills? 

Prop # Property Description Company Name Utility 

Amount1 Amount2 Amount3

(WHATPROP) (UTLPDESC) (COMPNAME) 

(UTILY) (UTLCHGX1)(UTLCHGX2) (UTLCHGX3)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 40 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto UTC_ITEM, next row in the table

2,DK,RF: IF ROW number = 40 then goto S4C_END

 ELSE goto UTC_ITEM, next row in the table

04C S4C_END Exit block and goto S4_SectComp

04C S4_SectComp Exit block and goto Section 5 - BSECT5

4A LP4A_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

4C LP4C_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

05 S5_INTRO 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

Goto BBLOCKA.ITEM
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05 ITEM SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - 

 13 ? [F1]

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./ )

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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- - - - - - - 

 14 ? [F1]

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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- - - - - - - 

 13-14 ? [F1]

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 

1-19: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto CRMPROPI

95: Goto next row

99: Exit block and goto S5A_END

888: IF no more grid lines then exit block and goto 

S5A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
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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 to the house or a new structure, 

such as a porch, garage, or new rooms?/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, walks, fences, or other 

enclosures, driveways, or permanent swimming pools or 

hot tubs?/Building outdoor patios, etc.)

7. (Repairing outdoor patios, walks, fences, driveways,or 

permanent swimming pools?/Repairing outdoor patios, 

etc.)

8. (Painting, either interior or exterior, or 

wallpapering?/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)

13. (Flooring installation, repair or replacement, including 

carpeting, wood, vinyl, and tile?/Flooring 

install/repair/replace)

14. (Insulation?/Insulation)

15. (Roofing, gutters or downspouts?/Roofing, gutters or 

downspouts)
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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 PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **
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05 CRMPROPI On which property was the work done?

 

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

1. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

2. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

3. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

4. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

5. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

6. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

7. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

8. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

9. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned properties 

collected in Section 3.)

10. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

11. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

12. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

13. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

14. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

15. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

16. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

1-20: IF entry > total number of properties then goto 

 CK_CRMPROPI

 ELSE goto WRKDESC

97: Goto WRKDESC

98,99,DK,RF: Goto PRP5DESC
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properties collected in Section 3.)

17. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

18. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

19. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

20. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

97. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

98. ( PROPNUM and PROPDESC for all owned 

properties collected in Section 3.)

99. Property not owned or rented by household

05 PRP5DESC Briefly describe the property.

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

Goto WRKDESC

05 WRKDESC IF ITEM = 1 or 3 then goto S5_INCL

ELSEIF ITEM = 5 then goto S5BCMB_S

ELSEIF ITEM = 2, 4, 6 or 8 then goto TEMPCODE

ELSE goto CRMTYPE
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05 CRMTYPE 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, or 18 then goto S5BCMB_S

 ELSE goto TEMPCODE

DK,RF: Goto S5BCMB_S
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05 TEMPCODE Enter the appropriate detailed job code.

 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 wa

2. (Fences/Kitchen/Kitchen remodeling/Fences added or 

improved/Wallpaper (also includes combination of

painting and wallpapering/Other, such as drywall p

3. (Other/Patios and terraces/Bedrooms, family rooms, 

general purpose rooms, basement, etc./Kitchen and 

bathroom remodeling/Detached building/Other plumb

4. (Recreational facilities/Decks and porches/Interior 

restructuring of other areas /Patios and terraces/External 

sprinkler systems, septic tanks, and we

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, terrac

9. (Patio and terraces added or improved/ )

10. (Other outside additions or alterations (boat docks, 

terracing, grading and filling, retaining walls)/ )

If ITEM = 2 or 4 then goto S5_INCL

ELSE goto S5BCMB_S

05 S5BCMB_S C: Goto S5B_COMB

EMPTY: Goto S5_INCL

IF any entry other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered, 

 then goto CK_C
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05 S5B_COMB 13-14 ? [F1]

What other work was included in this job?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

5. Landscaping

6. Building 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)

Goto S5_INCL

05 S5_INCL Since the first of (reference month), did (you/your 

household) - 

 Read each item on list

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Pay someone else to do all or part of the work?

2. Purchase any materials, supplies, tools or equipment 

for doing this job?

3. Rent any tools or equipment for doing this job?

IF 1 selected then goto CONTRCTX

ELSEIF 2 selected then goto SUPPLYX

ELSE goto TOOLX
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05 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) 

0-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and CONTRCTX > 109445) OR

 (ITEM = 2-6 and CONTRCTX > 28000) OR

 (ITEM = 7-19 and CONTRCTX > 8000) 

 then goto ERR1_CONTRCTX

 ELSE goto CONT_MO

DK,RF: Goto CONT_MO

05 CONT_MO IF CONT_MO = RESPONSE and is not in reference period 

then

 goto ERR3_CONT_MO

ELSEIF [((ITEM = 3, 4, 8-12 or 17) and 

 (RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 02)) OR 

 (ITEM = 13 and (RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08))] 

then 

 goto CONSTORE

ELSEIF ITEM = 1-4, 10-12, or 19 then goto MAJ_APPL

ELSEIF 2 selected in S5_INCL then goto SUPPLYX

ELSEIF 3 selected in S5_INCL then goto TOOLRTX

ELSE goto REIMBRS

05B CONSTORE ENTRY: Goto CONLOC

DK, RF: IF ITEM = 3, 4 or 10-12 then goto MAJ_APPL 

 ELSEIF 2 selected in S5_INCL then goto 

SUPPLYX

 ELSEIF 3 selected in S5_INCL then goto 

TOOLRTX 

 ELSE goto REIMBRS

05B CONLOC In what city is (name of business) located? Goto CONLOCST
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05B CONLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_CONLOCST

ELSEIF ITEM = 3, 4 or 10-12 then goto MAJ_APPL

ELSEIF 2 selected in S5_INCL then goto SUPPLYX

ELSEIF 3 selected in S5_INCL then goto TOOLRTX

ELSE goto REIMBRS

05 MAJ_APPL 1: Goto APP_SCR

2,DK,RF: IF 2 selected in S5_INCL then goto SUPPLYX

 ELSEIF 3 selected in S5_INCL then goto 

TOOLRTX 

 ELSE goto REIMBRS
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05 APP_SCR Goto APPL_X

05 APPL_X What was the total cost for (description)?

 Prop Description Work Desc

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC)

IF APPL_X = RESPONSE and (APPL_X < 5 or APPL_X > 

4000) then 

 goto ERR1_APPLX

ELSEIF 2 is selected in S5_INCL then goto SUPPLYX

ELSEIF 3 is selected in S5_INCL then goto TOOLRTX

ELSE goto REIMBRS
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05 SUPPLYX Since the first of (reference month), what was the total 

cost of all materials, supplies, tools, or equipment 

(you/your household) purchased for this job?

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

0-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and SUPPLYX > 7000) OR 

 (ITEM = 2-6 and SUPPLYX > 2500) OR 

 (ITEM = 7-19 and SUPPLYX > 1000) 

 then goto ERR1_SUPPLYX

 

 ELSE goto SUPPLYMO

DK,RF: Goto SUPPLYMO

05 SUPPLYM IF SUPPLYM = RESPONSE and it is not in reference 

period then 

 goto ERR3_SUPPLYM

ELSEIF 3 selected in BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROW.S5_INCL 

then goto TOOLRTX

ELSE goto REIMBRS

05 TOOLRTX Since the first of (reference month), what was the total 

cost for all tools or equipment (you/your household) 

rented for this job?

 Prop Description Work Desc

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

0-999999: IF TOOLRTX > 518 then goto 

ERR1_TOOLRTX

 ELSE goto TOOL_MO

DK,RF: Goto TOOL_MO
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05 TOOL_MO REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry not in reference 

period then 

 goto ERR3_TOOL_MO

 ELSE goto REIMBRS

DK, RF: Goto REIMBRS

05 REIMBRS Was or will any of the total cost of this job be 

reimbursed or paid by someone outside of your 

household? 

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto REIMBRSZ

2,DK,RF: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto MORE

 ELSE goto CRMBSNSD

05 REIMBRSZ What percent of the total cost was or will be 

reimbursed or paid by someone outside of your 

household? 

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

1-99,DK,RF: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

MORE

 ELSE goto CRMBSNSD

100: Goto ERR2_REIMBRSZ
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05 CRMBSNSD Were or will any of these expenses for this job be 

deducted as a business expense?

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CRMBSNSZ

2,DK,RF: Goto BSECT5.BBLOCKA.BROW.MORE

05 CRMBSNSZ What percent was or will be deducted?

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

1-99,DK,RF: Exit block and goto MORE

100: Goto ERR2_CRMBSNSZ

05 SUPPLYX_

05 TOOLRTX_

05 MORE Did you have any other expenses for (description)?

 Prop Description Work Desc 

 (WRKDESC) (PRP5DESC) 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 12 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row

2,DK,RF: IF ROW number = 12 then exit block and goto 

S5A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row

05 S5A_END Goto BROW5B

05 ADVMATER 13-14

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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto ADVDESC

2,DK,RF: Goto MATNSPEC
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05 ADVDESC Goto JOBCODE

05 JOBCODE 13-14 ? [F1]

 Select a job type below.

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

Goto ADVMATX

05 ADVMATX What was the total cost of these materials and 

supplies?

1-999999: IF entry < 8 or entry > 3865 then goto 

ERR1_ADVMATX

 ELSEIF JOBCODE = 5-19, DK or RF then goto 

S5ACMB_S

 ELSE goto MATNSPEC

DK,RF: IF JOBCODE = 5-19, DK or RF then goto 

S5ACMB_S

 ELSE goto MATNSPEC
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05 S5ACMB_S C: Goto S5A_COMB

Empty: IF JOBCODE = 8 AND (RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 

01 or

 02) then goto MATSTORE

 ELSE goto MATNSPEC

IF anything other than "C" or blank is entered then goto 

CK_C

05 S5A_COMB 13-14 ? [F1]

What other work will be included in this job?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

5. Landscaping

6. Building 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)

IF JOBCODE = 8 AND (RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 02) 

then 

 goto MATSTORE

ELSE goto MATNSPEC
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05A MATSTORE ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then 

goto MATNSPEC

 ELSE goto MATPURCH

DK, RF: Goto MATNSPEC

05A MATPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MATNSPEC

2: Goto MATLOC

05A MATLOC Is what city is MATSTORE_Fill located? Goto MATLOCST

05A MATLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_MATLOCST

ELSE goto MATNSPEC

05 MATNSPEC 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

1: Goto MATNSPCX

2,DK,RF: Goto S5B_END

05 MATNSPCX What was the total cost? 1-999999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 600 then goto 

ERR1_MATNSPCX

 ELSE goto S5B_END

DK,RF: Goto S5B_END

05B S5B_END

1. Yes

2. No

Exit block and goto S5_Sectcomp
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5 LP5_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

5 LP5trnt_Flag 

1. Yes

2. No

05 S5_Sectcomp Goto Section 6 - BSECT6

06A INTROA 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)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
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06A Item 16 ? [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?

 Read each item on list. 

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

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

1-8: IF Item <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_Item

 ELSE goto Description

99: Exit the table and goto S6A_END

888: IF no more rows then exit block and goto 

S6A_END

 ELSE goto Item for the next row

PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

06A Description What did you purchase(or rent/ )? 

 

 Enter brief description of the item

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) 

(MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX

Goto Who
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06A Who Was this item -

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX

1. Purchased for someone inside the household?

2. (Rented?/ )

3. Purchased for someone outside your household?

1,3,DK,RF: Goto Month

2: Goto Amount

06A Month When did you purchase it?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not in the 

reference 

 period then goto ERR3_Month

 ELSE goto Amount

DK,RF: Goto Amount
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06A Amount (What was the total rental expense since the first of 

(reference month) not including (current month

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX

1-999999: IF Who = 1, 3, DK or RF) AND 

 [(Item = 1 and Amount < 20 or > 473) OR

 (Item = 2 and Amount < 27 or > 1915) OR

 (Item = 3 and Amount < 10 or > 600) OR

 (Item = 4 and Amount < 40 or > 1822) OR

 (Item = 5 and Amount < 81 or > 1000) OR

 (Item = 6 and Amount < 10 or > 530) OR

 (Item = 7 and Amount < 35 or > 450) OR

 (Item = 8 and Amount < 41 or > 1184)]

 then goto ERR1_Amount

 ELSEIF Who = 2 AND (Amount < 5 or > 362) 

then 

 goto ERR1_Amount

 ELSEIF Item 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

06A Tax Did this include sales tax?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX

1. Yes

2. No

Goto Install
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06A Install Were there any extra charges for installation or 

delivery?

 Include charges for disposal of old appliances.

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto INST

2,DK,RF: Goto C

06A INST How much?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX

1-999999: IF [(Item = 1 and INST > 250) OR 

 (Item = 2 and INST > 800) OR 

 (Item = 3 and INST > 50) OR

 (Item = 4 and INST > 275) OR

 (Item = 5 and INST > 200) OR

 (Item = 6 and INST > 50) OR

 (Item = 7 and INST > 400) OR

 (Item = 8 and INST > 50)] THEN 

 goto ERR1_INST

 ELSE goto C

DK,RF: Goto C

06A C C: Goto CombCode

EMPTY: IF (Who = 1 or 3) and (Item = 1, 2, 4, or 8) and

 (RT10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 03 or 04) then 

 goto APASTORE

 ELSE goto More

IF anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered

 then goto CK_C
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06A CombCode 16 ? [F1]

What other appliances is the (Appliance description) 

combined with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

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)

IF (Who = 1 or 3) and (Item = 1, 2, 4, or 8) and 

 (RT10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 03 or 04) then goto APASTORE

ELSE goto More

06A APASTORE What is the name of the business where this was 

purchased? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then 

 goto ERR_GROUPON 

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

More

IF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto More

ELSE goto APAPURCH

06A APAPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto More

2: Goto APALOC

06A APALOC In what city is APASTORE_Fill located? Goto APALOCST
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06A APALOCST ? [F1]

In what state is APASTORE_Fill located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_APALOCST

ELSE goto More

06A More Did you purchase(or rent/ ) any other (Appliance 

Description)? 

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MAJTYPE) (Purchased/ (MAJ_MO) (MAJPURX/

 Rented) MAJRENTX 

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF Row number = 7 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto Item for the next row of table

2,DK,RF: IF Row number = 7 then exit table and goto 

S6A_END

 ELSE goto Item for the next row of table

06A S6A_END Goto Section 6B - S6B_INTRO

06B INTROB 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

Goto BTableB.BROW.ITEM
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06B ITEM SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

17 ? [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

SCREEN 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

18 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased or rented any -- 

 Read each item on list

SCREEN 3 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- 

 19 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased or rented any --

 Read each item on list 

SCREEN 4 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- - - - - - - - - - 

20 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased or rented any --

 Read each item on list 

Screen 5----------------------------------------------------------------

1-37: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

95: Goto ITEM - next line of grid

99: Exit block and goto S6B_END

888: IF no more grid lines then Exit block and 

 goto S6B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
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------------------------

21 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased or rented any --

 Read each item on list 

 

Screen 6---------------------------------------------------------------

-------------------------

22 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased or rented any --

 Read each item on list 

1. Small electrical kitchen appliances

2. Electrical personal care appliances

3. Electric floor cleaning equipment

4. Other household appliances

5. Sewing machines

6. GPS devices, calculators, and fax machine

PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

06B DESCRIPTION What did you purchase(or rent/ )?

 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

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/

 Rented) MINRENTX)

Goto WHO
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06B WHO Was this item ...

1. Purchased for someone inside the household?

2. (Rented?/ )

3. Purchased for someone outside your household?

1,3,DK,RF: Goto MONTH

2: Goto AMOUNT

06B MONTH When did you purchase it?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/

 Rented) MINRENTX)

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF MONTH not in reference 

period then

 goto ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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06B 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 

 ( (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 200) or

 (ITEM = 2 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 125) or

 (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT < 15 or > 600) or

 (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 896) or

 (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT < 8 or > 4000) or

 (ITEM = 6 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 705) or 

 (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 800) or

 (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT < 12 or > 2500) 

or

 (ITEM = 9 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 403) or

 (ITEM = 10 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 403) or

 (ITEM = 11 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 200) 

or

 (ITEM = 12 and AMOUNT < 8 or > 450) or

 (ITEM = 13 and AMOUNT < 3 or > 300) or

 (ITEM = 14 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 1068) 

or

 (ITEM = 15 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 950) or

 (ITEM = 16 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 2500)

or

 (ITEM = 17 and AMOUNT < 11 or > 700) 

or

 (ITEM = 18 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 250) or

 (ITEM = 19 and AMOUNT < 15 or > 940) 

or

 (ITEM = 20 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 400) or

 (ITEM = 21 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 4200) 

or

 (ITEM = 22 and AMOUNT < 25 or > 886) 

or

 (ITEM = 23 and AMOUNT < 25 or > 2800) 

or

 (ITEM = 24 and AMOUNT < 25 or > 650) 

or

 (ITEM = 25 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1590) 

or
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 (ITEM = 26 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 749) or

 (ITEM = 27 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 441) or

 (ITEM = 28 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1850) 

or

 (ITEM = 29 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 336) or 

 (ITEM = 30 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 646) or

 (ITEM = 31 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 1150) 

or

 (ITEM = 32 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1870) 

or

 (ITEM = 33 and AMOUNT < 40 or > 8480) 

or

 (ITEM = 34 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 924) or

 (ITEM = 35 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 700) 

or

 (ITEM = 36 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 1200) 

or

 (ITEM = 37 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1000))

 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF (WHO = 2) AND AMOUNT < 8 or > 390 

then 

 goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF ITEM and the entry in AMOUNT are 

equal 

 to any records data on the pre-chart/input 

 then goto ERR_DUP

 ELSE goto TAX

DK,RF: Goto C
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06B TAX Did this include sales tax?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/

 Rented) MINRENTX)

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto C

06B C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: IF ITEM = 8, 21, 23, 25, or 26 then goto 

INSTLSCR

 ELSEIF (WHO = 1 or 3) AND [([RT10.POPGRP = 

1, 2,

 01 or 02] AND (ITEM = 12, 15, 17, 18, 27-37)) 

or

 ([RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 or 06] and (ITEM = 

14, 

 22 or 24)) or ([RT10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 03 or 04] 

 and (ITEM = 1, 3, 19, 20)) or ([RT10.POPGRP 

= 

 11 or 12] and ITEM = 2) or ([RT10.POPGRP = 

13 

 or 14] and ITEM = 5) or ([RT10.POPGRP = 7, 

8, 

 07 or 08] and (ITEM = 6, 7, 9-11, 13)) or

 ([RT10.POPGRP = 9, 09 or 10] and ITEM = 16) 

] 

 then goto APBSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

If anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered then 

goto CK_C
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06B COMBCODE 17-22 ?[F1]

What other item is the (Item description) combined 

with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Small electrical kitchen appliances

2. Electrical 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

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

IF ITEM = 8, 21, 23, 25, 26 then goto INSTLSCR

ELSEIF (WHO = 1 or 3) AND [([RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 

or 02] 

 AND (ITEM = 12, 15, 17, 18 or 27-37)) or 

[RT10.POPGRP 

 = 5, 6, 05 or 06] and (ITEM = 14, 22 or 24)) or 

 ([RT10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 03 or 04] and (ITEM = 1, 3, 

4, 

 19 or 20)) or ([RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12] and 

 ITEM = 2) or ([RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 14] and 

ITEM = 

 5) or ([RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08] and (ITEM 

= 

 6, 7, 9-11 or 13)) or

 ([RT10.POPGRP = 9, 09 or 10] and ITEM = 16) ] 

 then goto APBSTORE

ELSE goto MORE
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26. Other sound or video equipment, including 

accessories

27. General sports equipment (exclude athletic 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 or bicycle equipment

35. Tricycles or battery powered riders

36. Playground equipment

37. Other sports or recreation equipment

77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)

06B INSTLSCR Were there any additional charges for installation or 

set-up? 

 Description Type Month Amount

 (MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/

 Rented) MINRENTX)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto INSTLLEX

2,DK,RF: IF (WHO = 1 or 3) AND [ ((RT10.POPGRP = 5, 

6, 05 

 or 06)and (ITEM = 21, 23, 25, or 26)) OR 

 ((RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08) and ITEM = 

8) ]

 then goto APBSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

06B INSTLLEX How much?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/

 Rented) MINRENTX)

IF INSTLLEX < 40 or > 1000 AND (not equal DK or RF)

 then goto ERR1_INSTLLEX

ELSEIF (WHO = 1 or 3) AND [ ((RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 

or 06) 

 and (ITEM = 21, 23, 25, or 26)) OR 

 ((RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08) and ITEM = 8) ] 

 then goto APBSTORE

ELSE goto MORE
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06B APBSTORE IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto MORE

ELSE goto APBPURCH

06B APBPURCH Was this item paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto APBLOC

06B APBLOC In what city is (Store) located? Goto APBLOCST

06B APBLOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Store) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_APBLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

06B MORE Did you purchase(or rent/ ) any other (description)?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (MINTYPE) (Purchased/ (MIN_MO) (MINPURX/

 Rented) MINRENTX)

1. Yes

2. No

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 Exit block and 

 goto S6B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next line on the grid
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06B MNAPPL3 NOTE: See COMBCODE for how to set this field

Valid Values: 230,240,250,260,270,280, 

 300,310,320,330,340,350,365,390,395

 425,440,460,470,480,490

 500,510,520,530,540,550,560,570

 620,640,645,655,650,660,670

 700,750,900

06B MNAPPL4 NOTE: See COMBCODE for how to set this field

Valid Values: 230,240,250,260,270,280, 

 300,310,320,330,340,350,365,390,395

 425,440,460,470,480,490

 500,510,520,530,540,550,560,570

 620,640,645,655,650,660,670

 700,750,900

06B MNAPPL5 NOTE: See COMBCODE for how to set this field

Valid Values: 230,240,250,260,270,280, 

 300,310,320,330,340,350,365,390,395

 425,440,460,470,480,490

 500,510,520,530,540,550,560,570

 620,640,645,655,650,660,670

 700,750,900

06B MNAPPL6 NOTE: See COMBCODE for how to set this field

Valid Values: 230,240,250,260,270,280, 

 300,310,320,330,340,350,365,390,395

 425,440,460,470,480,490

 500,510,520,530,540,550,560,570

 620,640,645,655,650,660,670

 700,750,900
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06B MNAPPL30 NOTE: See COMBCODE for how to set this field

Valid Values: 230,240,250,260,270,280, 

 300,310,320,330,340,350,365,390,395

 425,440,460,470,480,490

 500,510,520,530,540,550,560,570

 620,640,645,655,650,660,670

 700,750,900

06B S6B_END Goto S6_Sectcomp

6A LP6A_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

6B LP6B_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

06B S6_Sectcomp Exit block and goto Section 7 - BSECT7

07 S7_INTRO Now I will ask about expenditures for household item 

maintenance or repairs and service contracts.

 Description Month Amount 

 (RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BTable.Brow.ITEM
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07 ITEM 23 ? [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?

 Read each item on list 

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

1-11: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

95: Goto next row

99: Exit block and goto S7_END

888: IF ROW number = 13 then Exit block and goto 

S7_END 

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid

PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

07 DESCRIPTION What did the service contract( or repair/ ) cover?

 Description Month Amount 

 (RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)

Goto MONTH
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07 MONTH REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not in the 

reference 

 period then goto 

ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

13,DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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07 AMOUNT What was the total cost?

 Description Month Amount 

 (RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt 285) OR 

 (ITEM = 20 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 324) OR 

 (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 478) OR

 (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT lt 11 or gt 413) OR

 (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 400) OR 

 (ITEM = 6 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 600) OR 

 (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 550) OR 

 (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 398) OR

 (ITEM = 9 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1332) OR 

 (ITEM = 10 and AMOUNT lt 16 or gt 742) 

OR 

 (ITEM = 11 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 900)) 

 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF ITEM 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

07 REPAIRTX Did this include sales tax?

 Description Month Amount 

 (RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)

1. Yes

2. No

Goto C

07 C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: IF ((ITEM = 1 or 2) and [RT10.POPGRP = 1, 

2, 01 

 or 02]) OR (ITEM = 5 and [RT10.POPGRP = 

9, 09 

 or 10]) then goto EQBSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

IF anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered, 

goto CK_C
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07 COMBCODE 23 ? [F1]

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

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

77. Misc. Combined (unable to specify/DK)

IF ((ITEM = 1 or 2) and [RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 02]) 

OR 

 (ITEM = 5 and [RT10.POPGRP = 9, 09 or 10]) 

 then goto EQBSTORE

ELSE goto MORE

07 EQBSTORE IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto MORE

ELSE goto EQBPURCH
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07 EQBPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto EQBLOC

07 EQBLOC In what city is (Store) located? Goto EQBLOCST

07 EQBLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_EQBLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

07 MORE Did you pay for any other (service contracts, 

maintenance, or repairs/service contracts) for 

(Description)?

 Description Month Amount 

 (RPRDESC) (SRVCMOB) (REPAIRX)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 13 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, next line on grid

 

2,DK,RF: IF ROW number = 13 then exit block and goto 

S7_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next line on grid

07 S7_END Goto S7_Sectcomp

7 LP7_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

07 S7_Sectcomp Exit block and goto Section 8A - BSECT08
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08A INTROA 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)

 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BSect08L1.BTableA.Brow.ITEM
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08A ITEM SCREEN 1 -------------------------------------------------------------

----------------

24 ? [F1]

Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) purchased for 

(you/your household) or for someone outside of your 

household any --

 

 Read each item on list

 

SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------

-----------------

25 ? [F1]

 

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased any --

 Read each item on list

SCREEN 3 -------------------------------------------------------------

------------------

26 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased any --

 Read each item on list

SCREEN 4 -------------------------------------------------------------

------------------

27 ? [F1]

1-28: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 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
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Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased any --

 Read each item on list 

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?

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 and storage items

PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

08A DESCRIPTION What did you purchase?

 Item Month Amount 

 (FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

Goto MONTH
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08A MONTH In what month did you purchase it?

 Item Month Amount 

 (FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not in 

reference 

 period then goto 

ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto WHO

DK,RF: Goto WHO

08A WHO Was this purchased for your household or for 

someone outside of your household?

 Item Month Amount

 (FURNDESC) (FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

1. For use by household

2. For someone outside the household

Goto AMOUNT
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08A AMOUNT What was the purchase price?

 Item Month Amount 

 (FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT < 21 or > 3000)

 OR (ITEM = 2 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 1939)

 OR (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1500)

 OR (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT < 21 or > 3500)

 OR (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT < 11 or > 2400)

 OR (ITEM = 6 and AMOUNT < 73 or > 7000)

 OR (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT < 15 or > 4309)

 OR (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT < 25 or > 1679)

 OR (ITEM = 9 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 3500)

 OR (ITEM = 10 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 1065)

 OR (ITEM = 11 and AMOUNT < 7 or > 500)

 OR (ITEM = 12 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1000)

 OR (ITEM = 13 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 1000)

 OR (ITEM = 14 and AMOUNT < 10 or > 1300)

 OR (ITEM = 15 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 450)

 OR (ITEM = 16 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 531)

 OR (ITEM = 17 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 317)

 OR (ITEM = 18 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 423)

 OR (ITEM = 19 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 298)

 OR (ITEM = 20 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 300)

 OR (ITEM = 21 and AMOUNT < 3 or > 416)

 OR (ITEM = 22 and AMOUNT < 6 or > 374)

 OR (ITEM = 23 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 200)

 OR (ITEM = 24 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 300)

 OR (ITEM = 25 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 290)

 OR (ITEM = 26 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1100)

 OR (ITEM = 27 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1035)

 OR (ITEM = 28 and AMOUNT < 5 or > 1643)

 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF ITEM 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
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08A TAX Did this include sales tax?

 Item Month Amount 

 (FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

1. Yes

2. No

Goto C

08A C C: IF [ ((ITEM = 1, 2, 3, 5, 7-10, 12, or 25-28) and 

 (Rt10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08)) OR 

 ((ITEM = 4, 11 or 18) and (Rt10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 

 or 02)) OR (ITEM = 13 and (Rt10.POPGRP = 9, 10 

or 

 09)) OR ((ITEM = 15, 16, or 19-21) and 

(Rt10.POPGRP

 = 3, 4, 03 or 04)) OR ((ITEM = 22-24) and 

 (Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)) ] then goto 

FRASTORE

 ELSE goto COMBCODE

Empty: Goto MORE

IF anything other than an 'C' or the Enter key is entered 

 then goto CK_C
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08A COMBCODE 24-27 ? [F1]

What was combined with fill for COMBCODE?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

 Item Month Amount 

 (FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

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 

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 and 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, dining room, or other linens 

25. Slipcovers, decorative pillows or cushions

26. Rugs or other non-permanent floor coverings, 

IF [ ((ITEM = 1, 2, 3, 5, 7-10, 12, or 25-28) and

 (Rt10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08)) OR 

 ((ITEM = 4, 11 or 18) and (Rt10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 

 02)) OR (ITEM = 13 and (Rt10.POPGRP = 9, 10 or 09)) 

OR 

 ((ITEM = 15, 16, or 19-21) and (Rt10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 

03 

 or 04)) OR ((ITEM = 22-24) and (Rt10.POPGRP = 15 

or 

 16)) ] then goto FRASTORE

ELSE goto MORE
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including carpet squares

27. Curtains or drapes

28. Blinds, shades or other window coverings

77. Misc. Combined (unable to specify/DK) 

08A FRASTORE ENTRY: IF uppercase entry = 'GROUPON' or 

'GROUPON.COM' then

 goto ERR_GROUPON

 ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' 

then goto MORE

 ELSE goto FRAPURCH

DK,RF: Goto MORE

08A FRAPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto FRALOC

08A FRALOC In what city is (Store name) located? Goto FRALOCST

08A FRALOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_FRALOCST

ELSE goto MORE

08A MORE Did you purchase any other (description)?

 Item Month Amount 

 (FURNDESC)(FURNMO) (FURNPURX)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 34 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, for the next row

 

2,DK,RF: IF ROW number = 34 then goto S8_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, for the next row

08A S8A_END Exit block and goto Section 8B - BlkSect08_Furniture
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08B FURNRNTL Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your 

household) rented or leased any furniture?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FURNRNTX

2,DK,RF: Goto REPFURN

08B FURNRNTX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month -

What was the total expense?

1-99999: IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 1340 then goto 

ERR1_FURNRNTX

 ELSE goto REPFURN

DK,RF: Goto REPFURN

08B REPFURN Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your 

household) had any expenses for repairing, 

refinishing or reupholstering furniture, including the 

cost for fabric?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto REPFURNX

2,DK,RF: Goto S8B_END

08B REPFURNX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month -

What was the total expense?

1-999999: IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 1900 then 

 goto ERR1_REPFURNX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 02 then 

 goto REPSTORE

 ELSE goto S8B_END

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 02 then goto 

REPSTORE 

 ELSE goto S8B_END
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08B REPSTORE IF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto S8B_END

ELSEIF uppercase entry = 'GROUPON' or 

'GROUPON.COM' then 

 goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' then goto 

S8B_END

ELSE goto REPPURCH

08B REPPURCH Was this service paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto S8B_END

2: Goto REPLOC

08B REPLOC In what city is (Store) located? Goto REPLOCST

08B REPLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_REPLOCST

ELSE goto S8B_END

08B S8B_END Exit block and goto S8_Sectcomp

8A LP8A_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

08B S8_SectComp Exit block and goto section 9 - BSECT09
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09 S9_INTRO 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

Goto RLV_ITEM in BSect9L1 Block
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09 ITEM 28 ? [F1]

SCREEN 1 -------------------------------------------------------------

-----------------------

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.

SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------

-------------

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? 

IF YES - 

 

 Did you rent any - 

1. Automobiles, trucks, minivans, vans, or SUVs'

2. Motor homes

3. Campers, including those attached to trucks

4. Motorcycles, motor scooters, or mopeds (motorized 

bicycles)

5. Boats, with a motor

6. Boats, without a motor

7. Trailers other than a camper type, such as for a boat or 

cycle

8. Private aircraft

9. Other vehicles

95. Continue list

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

1-9: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto ANYVACAT

95: Goto ITEM - next row

99: IF no vehicles on inventory chart or all vehicles 

 have 8500.LSD_STAT = 3 then exit block and 

 goto BLEASE.BROW.ITEM

 ELSE exit block and goto the TblInventory block

888: IF no more table rows THEN

 if no vehicles on inventory chart or all vehicles 

 have 8500.LSD_STAT = 3 then exit block and 

 goto BSECT9L2.BLEASE.BROW.ITEM

 else exit block and goto the TBLINVENTORY 

block

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row of table
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09 PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

09 ANYVACAT 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

Goto AMOUNT

09 AMOUNT Since the first of (reference month), not including 

(current month), what has been your expense for 

renting this vehicle?

IF entry < 10 or entry >1200 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 and ITEM = 1 and 

 (Rt10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 or 06) then goto 

RLVSTORE

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto MORE

ELSE goto ANYBSNRM

09 ANYBSNRM Were or will any of the rental expenses be deducted 

as business expenses, reimbursed, or paid by 

someone outside of the household?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto BSNSPCTZ

2,DK,RF: IF ITEM = 1 and [Rt10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 or 

06] 

 then goto RLVSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

09 BSNSPCTZ What percent of the total expense will this cover? 1-99,DK,RF: IF ITEM = 1 and [Rt10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 

or 06] 

 then goto RLVSTORE 

 ELSE goto MORE

100: Goto ERR2_BSNSPCTZ

09 RLVSTORE ENTRY: IF uppercase entry = 'GROUPON' or 

'GROUPON.COM' then

 goto ERR_GROUPON

 ELSE goto RLVPIKUP

DK,RF: Goto MORE

09 RLVPIKUP In what city was the vehicle picked up? Goto RLVPIKST
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09 RLVPIKST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_RLVPIKST

ELSE goto RLVRSRV

09 RLVRSRV Was the reservation made directly with (Car company) 

or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: IF uppercase entry in RLVSTORE contains 

'.COM' 

 then goto MORE

 ELSE goto RLVPURCH

2: Goto THRDPRTY

09 THRDPRTY IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM,' DK, or RF then 

goto MORE

ELSE goto RLVPURCH

09 RLVPURCH Was this reservation made - 

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4, DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: IF THRDPRTY = RESPONSE then goto THRDPLOC

 ELSE goto MORE

09 THRDPLOC In what city is (company name) located? Goto THDPLCST

09 THDPLCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_THDPLCST

ELSE goto MORE
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09 MORE Did you rent any other (description)? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 10 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM

2,DK,RF: IF row number = 10 then

 IF no vehicles on inventory chart or 

 all vehicles have 8500.LSD_STAT = 3 

then 

 exit block and goto BLEASE.BROW.ITEM

 ELSE exit block and goto TblInventory block

 ELSE goto ITEM

09 LSDNUM ** SHOW VARIABLE **

09 MODELYR ** SHOW ONLY **

09 MKMD_SCR ** SHOW ONLY **

09 OTHMODEL ** SHOW VARIABLE **

09 ANYBUSIN ** SHOW ONLY **

1. Yes

2. No

09 LVIHAVE Now I am going to ask about leased vehicles you 

mentioned previously.

Are you still leasing the (model year) (vehicle make 

and model)? 

 If the vehicle was purchased at the end of the lease, 

collect the new vehicle in Section 10

 Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model 

Business

 (LSDNUM) (MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR) 

(ANYBUSIN)

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto S09INV_END

2: Goto LVIENDMO
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09 LVIENDMO What month was the lease terminated?

 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

Goto TERMFEE

09 TERMFEE ? [F1]

Were any fees incurred at the termination of the 

lease?

 Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model 

Business

 (LSDNUM) (MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR) 

(ANYBUSIN)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TERMFEEX

2,DK,RF: Goto S09INV_END

09 TERMFEEX How much?

 Vehicle Number Vehicle Year Vehicle Make/Model 

Business

 (LSDNUM) (MODELYR) (MKMD_SCR) 

(ANYBUSIN)

1-99999: IF entry < 25 or entry > 7000 then 

 goto ERR1_TERMFEEX

 ELSE goto S09INV_END

DK,RF: Goto S09INV_END
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09 S09INV_END IF no more vehicles on the inventory table then exit block 

and goto the BSECT09L2 Block

ELSE goto LVIHAVE for next appropriate vehicle on the 

 inventory table

09 ITEM 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. Automobiles, trucks, vans, minivans, or SUVs

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

1: Goto MODELYR

99: Exit block and goto S9_END

888: IF no more rows then exit block and goto S9_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row of the table

09 LSDNUM ** SHOW/OUT Field **

09 DESCRIPTION ** SHOW OWNLY **

09 MODELYR 1900-current year + 1: IF MODELYR < (current year + 1) 

 then goto CK_MODELYR

 ELSEIF MODELYR < current year 

- 5 then goto 

 CK2_MODELYR

 ELSE goto MKMD_SCR

DK,RF: Goto MKMD_SCR

09 MKMD_SCR X: Goto OTHMODEL

ENTRY besides X, DK, RF: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 

 then goto NUMPAY

 ELSE goto ANYBUSIN

09 OTHMODEL IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto NUMPAY

ELSE goto ANYBUSIN
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09 ANYBUSIN Is it used for business?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PRCBSNSZ

2,DK,RF: Goto NUMPAY

09 PRCBSNSZ What percentage of the mileage is counted as a 

business expense?

1-99,DK,RF: Goto NUMPAY

100: Goto ERR2_PRCBSNSZ

09 NUMPAY What was the number of payments contracted for? 1-999: IF entry < 12 or entry > 48 then goto 

ERR1_NUMPAY

 ELSE goto PMTMONTH

DK,RF: Goto PMTMONTH

09 PMTMONTH In what month was or will the first payment be made?

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

Goto PMTYEAR

09 PMTYEAR In what year was or will the first payment be made? IF pmtyear < current year + 1 then goto CK_PMTYEAR

ELSEIF PMTYEAR < (MODELYR - 2) then goto 

CK2_PMTYEAR

ELSE goto PAYEXPX

09 PAYEXPX (What is your monthly payment amount?/What is the 

amount of each payment?)

IF NUMPAY >= 12 AND (entry < 158 or entry > 700) then 

 goto ERR1_PAYEXPX

ELSEIF NUMPAY < 12 then goto PAYTIME

ELSE goto ANYEXTRA
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09 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

8. Other

1: IF PAYEXPX < 40 or PAYEXPX > 189 then goto 

ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

2: IF PAYEXPX < 79 or PAYEXPX > 377 then goto 

ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

3: IF PAYEXPX < 158 or PAYEXPX > 700 then 

 goto ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

4: IF PAYEXPX < 474 or PAYEXPX > 2262 then 

 goto ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

5: IF PAYEXPX < 948 or PAYEXPX > 4524 then 

 goto ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

6: IF PAYEXPX < 1500 or PAYEXPX > 9000 then 

 goto ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

7: IF PAYEXPX < 5000 or PAYEXPX > 10000 then 

 goto ERR1_PAYTIME 

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

8: IF PAYEXPX < 5 or PAYEXPX > 9000 then goto 

ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto PAYOTH

DK,RF: IF PAYEXPX < 5 or PAYEXPX > 9000 then 

 goto ERR1_PAYTIME

 ELSE goto ANYEXTRA

09 PAYOTH Goto ANYEXTRA
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09 ANYEXTRA Does the ($(entry in PAYEXPX) payment / payment) 

include any charges other than the lease amount 

such as auto insurance or maintenance?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto EXTRAEXP

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYEMPLY

09 EXTRAEXP How much of the payment is for these extra charges? 1-99999: IF EXTRAEXP > PAYEXPX then goto 

CK_EXTRA

 ELSEIF (PAYTIME = 1 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

100) OR 

 (PAYTIME = 2 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

200) OR 

 (PAYTIME = 3 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

400) OR

 (PAYTIME = 4 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

1200) OR 

 (PAYTIME = 5 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

2400) OR

 (PAYTIME = 6 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

4800) OR

 (PAYTIME = 7 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

3000) OR

 (PAYTIME = 8 and EXTRAEXP < 5 or > 

3000) OR 

 (PAYTIME = DK or RF and EXTRAEXP < 5 or 

> 3000)

 then goto ERR1_EXTRAEXP

 ELSE goto ANYEMPLY

DK,RF: Goto ANYEMPLY

09 ANYEMPLY Is any of the ($ (amount in PAYEXPX) ) lease payment 

paid by an employer?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto EMPLYEXP

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYTRADE
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09 EMPLYEXP How much? 1-99999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 525 then goto 

ERR1_EMPLYEXP

 ELSEIF EMPLYEXP > PAYEXPX then goto 

CK_EMPLYEXP

 ELSE goto ANYTRADE

DK,RF: Goto ANYTRADE

09 ANYTRADE Was a trade-in allowance received?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRADEEXP

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYDOWN

09 TRADEEXP How much? 1-999999: IF entry < 400 or entry > 26000 then 

 goto ERR1_TRADEEXP

 ELSE goto ANYDOWN

DK,RF: Goto ANYDOWN

09 ANYDOWN 1: Goto DOWNEXP

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYHAVE

09 DOWNEXP How much? 1-999999: IF entry < 262 or entry > 10000 then goto 

ERR1_DOWNEXP

 ELSE goto ANYDNEMP

DK,RF: Goto ANYDNEMP

09 ANYDNEMP Was any portion of the cash down payment paid by 

an employer?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto DNEMPEXP

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYHAVE
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09 DNEMPEXP How much? 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

09 ANYHAVE 1,DK,RF: Goto LSDSTORE

2: Goto LSDENDMO

09 LSDENDMO In what month was the lease terminated?

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

Goto LSDENDYR

09 LSDENDYR In what year was the lease terminated? IF lsdendyr gt current year + 1 then goto CK_LSDENDYR

ELSEIF LSDENDMO/ LSDENDYR is before 

PMTMONTH/PMTYEAR then goto CK2_LSDENDYR

ELSE goto ANYFEES
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09 ANYFEES ? [F1]

Were any fees incurred at the termination of the 

lease?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FEESEXP

2,DK,RF: IF RT10.POPGRP = 1-16 or 01-09 then goto 

LSDSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

09 FEESEXP How much? IF ENTRY lt 50 or gt 3000 then goto ERR1_FEESEXP

 

ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 1-16 or 01-09 then goto 

LSDSTORE

ELSE goto MORE

09 LSDSTORE ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then 

goto MORE

 ELSE goto LSDPURCH

DK,RF: Goto MORE

09 LSDPURCH Was this leased -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto LSDLOC

09 LSDLOC In what city is (Business name) located? Goto LSDLOCST

09 LSDLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_LSDLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

09 MORE Did you lease any other automobiles, trucks, vans, 

minivans, or SUVs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 6 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row

2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto S09_END
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09 S9_END Exit block and goto BSect10 (Section 10)

09 LP9R_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

10 S10_INTRO Now I'm going to ask about owned vehicles.

Vehicle Vehicle Vehicle Business 

Number Year Make/Model Use 

(VEHICIB) (VEHICYR) (MKMDL_SC) 

(VEHBSNS)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF there are vehicles on the chart with 8500.OVB_STAT <> 

3 

 then goto TBLInv.Binv.OVAHAVE

ELSE goto BVehicle.Brow.ITEM

10 VEHICIB ** SHOW VARIABLE **

10 VEHICYR ** SHOW Variable **

10 OWNMAKEMOD

EL

** SHOW ONLY **

10 VEHBSNS ** SHOW ONLY **

10 OVAHAVE (Do/Does) (you/your household) still have the (Car 

Description)? 

Vehicle Vehicle Vehicle Business 

Number Year Make/Model Use 

(VEHICIB) (VEHICYR) (MKMDL_SC) 

(VEHBSNS)

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto OVAHAVE for next appropriate vehicle 

on 

 chart, if no more vehicles exit block and 

 goto ITEM

2: Goto BDisposed.VEHDISP
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10 ITEM 28 ? [F1]

SCREEN 1A -----------------------------------------------------------

------------------------

(Since the first of (REF_MONTH), (have/has) 

(you/your household) purchased or acquired any 

vehicle that is not used entirely for business? Include 

th

 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?

 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?

1: Goto VEHICYR

2-9: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto VEHNEWU

 ELSE goto VEHBSNS

95: Goto ITEM, next screen

99: Goto S10_END

888: IF no more rows then goto S10_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - for the next row
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IF YES -

 What kind of vehicle(s) did you purchase?

SCREEN 4 -------------------------------------------------------------

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(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?

1. Automobiles, trucks, minivans, vans, or SUVs'

2. Motor homes

3. Campers, including those attached to trucks

4. Motorcycles, motor scooters, or mopeds (motorized 

bicycles)

5. Boats, with a motor

6. Boats, without a motor

7. Trailers other than a camper type, such as for a boat or 

cycle

8. Private aircraft

9. Other vehicles

95. Continue list

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

10 PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

10 VEHICYR What (Was/Is) the model year of the vehicle? 1900-current year + 2: IF entry > (current year+2) then 

 goto CK_VEHICYR

 ELSE goto MKMDL_SC

DK,RF: Goto MKMDL_SC
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10 MKMDL_SC What (Was/Is) the make and model of this vehicle?

 If vehicle make and model is not found, key X.

30 characters: IF MKMDLY(4:5) = XX or ZZ then goto 

AUTOTRK

 ELSE goto FUELTYPE

DK,RF: Goto AUTOTRK

X: Goto OTHMDLY

10 OTHMDLY IF ITEM = 2-9 THEN:

 IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto VEHNEWU

 ELSE goto VEHBSNS

ELSE goto AUTOTRK

10 AUTOTRK Is this vehicle an automobile or a truck, minivan, van 

or SUV?

1. Automobile

2. Truck, van, minivan, or SUV

Goto FUELTYPE

10 FUELTYPE Is it fueled by -

 Read each item on list.

1. Gasoline only?

2. Diesel fuel?

3. Hybrid electric/gasoline?

4. Electric only?

5. FlexFuel/E85?

6. Other - specify?

1-5,DK,RF: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto VEHNEWU

 ELSE goto VEHBSNS

6: Goto FUELOTH

10 FUELOTH IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 goto VEHNEWU 

ELSE goto VEHBSNS

10 VEHBSNS (Was/Is) it used for business?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VEHBSNZ

2,DK,RF: Goto VEHNEWU
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10 VEHBSNZ What percentage of the mileage (was/is) counted as a 

business expense?

1-99,DK,RF: Goto VEHNEWU

100: Goto ERR2_VEHBSNZ

10 VEHNEWU Was it new or used when acquired? 

1. New

2. Used

1: IF Kind = 1, 2, or 4 then goto VEHGFTC

 ELSE goto VEHPURMO

2,DK,RF: IF Kind = 1, 2, or 4 then goto VEHGFTC

 ELSE goto VPURINDV

10 VEHGFTC Was this vehicle -

1. Purchase for own use?

2. Purchased for someone outside of your household?

3. Received as a gift?

1,2,DK,RF: IF VEHNEWU = 1 then goto VEHPURMO

 ELSE goto VPURINDV

3: IF DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP

 ELSE goto ANYOTHR

10 VPURINDV Was this vehicle purchased from a private individual? 

1. Yes

2. No

IF ITEM = 1-2 or 4 AND VEHGFTC = 3 AND DISPOSED 

<> 1 then 

 goto ANYOTHR

ELSEIF ITEM = 1-2 or 4 AND VEHGFTC = 3 AND 

DISPOSED = 1 then

 goto VEHDISP

ELSE goto VEHPURMO

10 VEHPURMO In what month was it purchased?

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

Goto VEHPURYR
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10 VEHPURYR In what year was it purchased? 1900-current year: IF the month and year (VEHPURMO 

and 

 VEHPURYR) are more than one 

month

 in the future then goto 

CK_VEHPURYR

 ELSEIF (VPURINDV = 2, DK or RF) 

AND 

 (CURRENT YEAR - VEHPURYR 

<= 5) AND 

 ((ITEM = 3, 5, 6, or 7) OR

 (VEHNEWU = 1 and ITEM = 1 or 

4))

 AND (Rt10.POPGRP = 1-16 or 

01-09)

 then goto OVBSTORE

 ELSE goto VFINANCE

DK,RF: Goto VFINANCE

10 OVBSTORE IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM"

 then goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

VFINANCE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto VFINANCE

ELSE goto OVBPURCH

10 OVBPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto VFINANCE

2: Goto OVBLOC

10 OVBLOC In what city is (store) located? Goto OVBLOCST
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10 OVBLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_OVBLOCST

ELSE goto VFINANCE

10 VFINANCE Was any portion of the purchase price financed?

1. Yes

2. No

1: 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

10 VLOANST On the first of (reference month), were there 

remaining loan payments?

1. Yes

2. No

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

10 TRADE Was a trade-in allowance received?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRADEX

2,DK,RF: Goto NETPURX

10 TRADEX How much? 0-999999: IF lt 200 or gt 19000 then goto 

ERR1_TRADEX

 ELSE goto NETPURX

DK,RF: Goto NETPURX
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10 NETPURX What was the amount paid for the vehicle after (tradein allowance, / ) rebate, and discount? 

 Include destination fee in the price.

0-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and NETPURX lt 500 or gt 

99999)

 or (ITEM = 2 and NETPURX lt 2500 or gt 

127500)

 or (ITEM = 3 and NETPURX lt 533 or gt 65000)

 or (ITEM = 4 and NETPURX lt 420 or gt 29999) 

 or (ITEM = 5 and NETPURX lt 200 or gt 99999) 

 or (ITEM = 6 and NETPURX lt 200 or gt 63000) 

 or (ITEM = 7 and NETPURX lt 240 or gt 29999) 

 or (ITEM = 8 and NETPURX lt 4000 or gt 

120000)

 or (ITEM = 9 and NETPURX lt 250 or gt 29999) 

 then goto ERR1_NETPURX

 ELSE goto SALESTAX

DK,RF: IF VLOANST = 1 then goto DNPAYMTX

 ELSE goto ANYOTHR

10 SALESTAX Did this include sales tax?

1. Yes

2. No

IF VLOANST = 1 then goto DNPAYMTX

ELSE goto ANYOTHR

10 DNPAYMTX What was the amount of the cash down payment? 0-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and DNPAYMTX gt 25000) OR

 (ITEM = 2 and DNPAYMTX gt 30000) OR

 (ITEM = 3 and DNPAYMTX gt 50000) OR

 (ITEM = 4 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR

 (ITEM = 5 and DNPAYMTX gt 26000) OR

 (ITEM = 6 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR

 (ITEM = 7 and DNPAYMTX gt 10000) OR

 (ITEM = 8 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) OR

 (ITEM = 9 and DNPAYMTX gt 15000) 

 then goto ERR1_DNPAYMTX

 ELSEIF DNPAYMTX > NETPURX and 

(NETPURX <> DK or 

 RF) then goto CK_DNPAYMTX

 ELSE goto VEHEQTLN

DK,RF: Goto VEHEQTLN
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10 VEHEQTLN Was the source of credit a Home Equity Loan?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto PRINCIPX

10 PRINCIPX How much was borrowed, excluding any interest? 1-99: Goto CK_PRINCIPX

100-999999: IF [PRINCIPX > ((NETPURX * 1.10) - 

DNPAYMTX)] OR

 [PRINCIPX < ((NETPURX * 0.90) - 

DNPAYMTX)]

 then goto ERR1_PRINCIPX 

 ELSE goto VINTRATE

DK,RF: Goto VINTRATE

10 VINTRATE 00.000-99.999: IF gt 12 then goto ERR1_VINTRATE

 ELSE goto PMT1YR

DK,RF: Goto PMT1YR

10 PMT1YR In what year was or will the first payment be made? IF PMT1YR is greater than current year +1 then

 goto CK_FutureDate

ELSE IF PMT1YR is less than VEHPURYR then goto 

CK_VEHPURYR

ELSE goto PMT1MO
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10 PMT1MO In what month was or will the first payment be made?

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 PMT1MO + PMT1YR is before VEHPURMO + 

VEHPURYR then

 goto CK_PMT1MO

ELSE goto VEHQPMT

10 VEHQPMT For how many months was the payment contract? 1-999: IF VEHQPMT = 1-11, 13-23, 25-35, 37-47, 49-

59, 61-71, 

 73-83, 85-95, 97-107, 109-119, 121-131, or 

133-143 

 then goto ERR1_VEHQPMT 

 ELSE goto PAYMENTX

DK,RF: Goto PAYMENTX
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10 PAYMENTX What is your monthly payment amount? 1-99999: IF (ITEM = 1 and PAYMENTX lt 150 or gt 1200)

 OR (ITEM = 2 and PAYMENTX lt 134 or gt 

1200) 

 OR (ITEM = 3 and PAYMENTX lt 59 or gt 721) 

 OR (ITEM = 4 and PAYMENTX lt 70 or gt 721) 

 OR (ITEM = 5 and PAYMENTX lt 100 or gt 

721) 

 OR (ITEM = 6 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) 

 OR (ITEM = 7 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 340)

 OR (ITEM = 8 and PAYMENTX lt 77 or gt 721) 

 OR (ITEM = 9 and PAYMENTX lt 100 or gt 

362)

 then goto ERR1_PAYMENTX

 ELSEIF PAYMENTX > PRINCIPX then goto 

CK_PAYMENTX

 ELSEIF DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP

 ELSE goto ANYOTHR

DK,RF: IF DISPOSED = 1 then goto VEHDISP

 ELSE goto ANYOTHR

10 VEHDISP How did you dispose of the (Car description)?

1. Sold

2. Traded in

3. Given away or donated to someone outside the 

household, including students away at school

4. Totaled (damaged beyond repair)

5. Stolen

6. Other

1-5,DK,RF: Goto VDISPMO

6: Goto DISPOTHV

10 DISPOTHV Goto VDISPMO
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10 VDISPMO In what month was it (sold/traded in/given away to 

someone outside the CU/damaged beyond 

repair/stolen/disposed of)?

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 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

10 SALEX How much did you sell it for? 1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and SALEX lt 5 or gt 17400) OR

 (ITEM = 2 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR 

 (ITEM = 3 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR 

 (ITEM = 4 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR

 (ITEM = 5 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR

 (ITEM = 6 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR 

 (ITEM = 7 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR

 (ITEM = 8 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000) OR 

 (ITEM = 9 and SALEX lt 35 or gt 23000)

 then goto ERR1_SALEX

 ELSE goto LOANSTAT

DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT

10 REIMBURS Were you reimbursed for the value of the (Car 

description)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto REIMBURX

2,DK,RF: Goto EXREIMB
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10 REIMBURX How much did you receive? 1-999999: IF lt 20 or gt 23742 then goto 

ERR1_REIMBURX

 ELSE goto LOANSTAT

DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT

10 EXREIMB Do you expect to be reimbursed for the value of the 

(Car description)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto EXREIMBX

2,DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT

10 EXREIMBX How much will you receive? 1-999999: IF lt 300 or gt 9000 then goto 

ERR1_EXTREIMBX

 ELSE goto LOANSTAT

DK,RF: Goto LOANSTAT

10 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)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FINPAYMT

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYOTHR

10 FINPAYMT Were any final payments made on the loan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FINPAYMX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYOTHR

10 FINPAYMX How much was the final payment? 1-999999: IF lt 384 or gt 26500 then goto 

ERR1_FINPAYMX

 ELSE goto ANYOTHR

DK,RF: Goto ANYOTHR
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10 ANYOTHR (Did (you/you household) purchase or acquire any 

other (vehicle description)?/(Do/Does) (you/your 

household) own any other (vehicle description)?/Did 

1. Yes

2. No

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

10 S10_End Goto section 11 - BSect11

10 LP10_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

11 S10FlexFuel_Fla

g

11 S10Electric_Flag

11A S11A_INTRO I will now ask about expenses for vehicle services, 

parts, and equipment. Please do not include 

expenses for vehicles used entirely for business.

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
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11A ITEM 29 ? [F1]

 Since the first of (reference month), have 

(you/you or any members of your household) had

 expenses for any of the following?

 Read each item on list

1. Oil change, lubrication, or oil filter

2. Motor tune-up

3. Battery purchases or installation

4. Repairs to tires, including patches and plugs

5. Tire purchases or mounting

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

1-12: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

99: Goto S11A_END

888: IF no more rows then goto S11A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row of the table

11A DESCRIPTION What was the expense for?

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

IF ITEM = 3, 4, or 5 then goto MONTH

ELSE goto VOPLABOR

11A VOPLABOR Did this expense include labor?

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

1. Yes

2. No

Goto MONTH
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11A MONTH In what month did you have this expense?

(* Enter 13 for same amount each month of the 

reference period/ )

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

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/ )

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF MONTH not within 

reference period 

 then goto ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

13,DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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11A AMOUNT What was the total cost?

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

1-99999: IF (ITEM = 1 and (entry < 8 or entry > 89)) OR

 (ITEM = 2 and (entry < 10 or entry > 1500)) OR

 (ITEM = 3 and (entry < 16 or entry > 211)) OR

 (ITEM = 4 and (entry < 5 or entry > 100)) OR

 (ITEM = 5 and (entry < 20 or entry > 1000)) OR

 (ITEM = 6 and (entry < 8 or entry > 690)) OR

 (ITEM = 7 and (entry < 22 or entry > 1000)) OR

 (ITEM = 8 and (entry < 15 or entry > 4000)) OR

 (ITEM = 9 and (entry < 6 or entry > 3000)) OR

 (ITEM = 10 and (entry < 5 or entry > 1700)) OR

 (ITEM = 11 and (entry < 5 or entry > 1000)) OR

 (ITEM = 12 and (entry < 2 or entry > 100))

 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF (ITEM 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

DK,RF: Goto C

11A VOPTAX Did this include sales tax?

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

1. Yes

2. No

Goto C

11A C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: Goto VOPREIMB

IF anything other than a 'C' or blank is entered then

 goto CK_C
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11A COMBCODE 29 ? [F1]

What expense was combined with the (description) 

expense?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

1. Oil change, lubrication, or oil filter

2. Motor tune-up

3. Battery purchases or installation

4. Repairs to tires, including patches and plugs

5. Tire Purchases or mounting

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)

Goto VOPREIMB

11A VOPREIMB Has any of this expense been, or will any of it be, 

reimbursed? 

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPRMBXA

2,DK,RF: IF [(VEQ_ITEM = 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 or 9) and 

 (Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)] OR 

 [(VEQ_ITEM = 3, 5, 10 or 11) and 

 (Rt10.POPGRP = 9, 09 or 10)] then goto 

VEQSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE
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11A VOPRMBXA How much?

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

IF VOPRMBXA > 5000 and (not equal DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_VOPRMBXA

ELSEIF (VOPRMBXA > AMOUNT) then goto 

CK_VOPRMBXA

ELSEIF ((VEQ_ITEM = 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 or 9) and 

 [Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16]) OR 

 ((VEQ_ITEM = 3, 5, 10 or 11) and 

 [Rt10.POPGRP = 9, 09 or 10]) then goto 

VEQSTORE 

ELSE goto MORE

11A VEQSTORE What is the name of the business where you had this 

expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry = 'GROUPON' or 'GROUPON.COM' 

then 

 goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto MORE

ELSE goto VEQPURCH

11A VEQPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto VEQLOC

11A VEQLOC In what city is (store) located? Goto VEQLOCST

11A VEQLOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (store) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_VEQLOCST

ELSE goto MORE
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11A MORE Did you have any other expenses for (description)?

 Description Month Amount

 (VOPDESC) (VOPMOA) (VOPEXPX)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 26 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the table

2,DK,RF: IF Row number = 26 then goto S11A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the table

11A S11A_END IF INTNMBR = 1 or NEWCU = 1 then exit block and 

 goto BTABLEB.Brow.ITEM

ELSE exit block and goto INTROB

11A LP11A_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

11B INTROB Goto BTABLEB.BROW.ITEM
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11B ITEM 30 ? [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 

 

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

1-5: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

99: Goto S11B_END

888: IF no more rows then goto S11B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row of the table

11B PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

11B DESCRIPTION What was the expense for?

 Description Month Amount 

 (VREGDESC) (VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)

Goto MONTH
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11B MONTH In what month did you have this expense?

 Description Month Amount 

 (VREGDESC) (VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF MONTH not within 

reference period 

 then goto ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT

11B AMOUNT What was the total amount of the expense?

 Description Month Amount 

 (VREGDESC) (VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)

1-9999: IF (ITEM = 1 and entry < 5 or entry > 86) OR

 (ITEM = 2 and entry < 5 or entry > 120) OR

 (ITEM = 3 and entry < 10 or entry > 423) OR

 (ITEM = 4 and entry < 8 or entry > 442) OR

 (ITEM = 5 and entry < 18 or entry > 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

11B C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: Goto MORE

IF anything other than a 'C' or blank is entered then

 goto CK_C
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11B COMBCODE Goto MORE

11B MORE Did you have any other (Description) expenses?

 Description Month Amount 

 (VREGDESC) (VOPMO_C) (VOPREGX)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 11 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row or the table

2,DK,RF: IF ROW number = 11 then goto S11B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the table

11B S11B_END Goto Section 11C

11C VOPGASX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month --

What has been (your/your household's) AVERAGE 

MONTHLY expense for gasoline and other fuels for all 

vehicles? 

0,RF: IF S10Electric_Flag = 1 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSE goto VOPOIL

1-9999: IF VOPGASX > 400 then goto 

ERR1_VOPGASX

 ELSE goto VOPDIES

DK: Goto VOPDIES
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11C VOPDIES Was any of this expense for diesel fuel? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPDIESX

2,DK,RF: IF S10FlexFuel_Flag = 1 then goto VOPETH

 ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

GASSTORE

 ELSEIF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and 

BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 

 2 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPBSNS

11C VOPDIESX How much? IF (entry < 5 or entry > 400) and (not equal DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_VOPDIESX

ELSEIF (VOPDIESX > VOPGASX) then goto 

CK_VOPDIESX

ELSEIF S10FlexFuel_Flag = 1 then goto VOPETH

ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto GASSTORE

ELSEIF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 

2 then 

 goto VOPELEC

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto VOPOIL

ELSE goto VOPBSNS
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11C VOPETH Was any of this expense for the purchase of E85?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPETHX

2,DK,RF: IF RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

GASSTORE

 ELSEIF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and 

BCeintro.BUSCREEN =

 2 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPBSNS

11C VOPETHX How much? 1-9999: IF VOPETHX > 400 then goto ERR1_VOPETHX

 ELSEIF VOPDIES = 2 AND VOPETHX > 

VOPGASX then

 goto CK_VOPETHX

 ELSEIF ((VOPDIESX + VOPETHX) > 

VOPGASX) then 

 goto CK2_VOPETHX

 ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

GASSTORE

 ELSEIF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and 

BCeintro.BUSCREEN =

 2 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPBSNS

DK,RF: IF RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

GASSTORE

 ELSEIF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and 

BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 

 2 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPBSNS
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11C GASSTORE At what station or store did (you/you or any members 

of your household) last purchase (gas, diesel, or 

E85?/gas or diesel?/gas or E85?/gas?)

 Enter store or station name

ENTRY: Goto GASLOC

DK, RF: IF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and 

BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 

 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPBSNS

11C GASLOC In what city is (store) located? Goto GASLOCST

11C GASLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_GASLOCST

ELSEIF S10Electric_Flag = 1 and BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 

2 then 

 goto VOPELEC

ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto VOPOIL

ELSE goto VOPBSNS

11C VOPBSNS Was any of the AVERAGE MONTHLY cost counted as 

a business expense? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPBSPER

2,DK,RF: IF S10Electric_Flag = 1 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSE goto VOPOIL

11C VOPBSPER What percentage of the AVERAGE MONTHLY COST 

was counted as a business expense?

1-99,DK,RF: IF S10Electric_Flag = 1 then goto VOPELEC

 ELSE goto VOPOIL

100: Goto ERR2_VOPBSPER

11C VOPELEC Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month --

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

paid for electric vehicle charging away from home? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPELECX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPOIL
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11C VOPELECX How much? 1-9999: IF entry > 400 then goto ERR1_VOPELECX

 ELSEIF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto 

VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPELBS

DK,RF: IF BCeintro.BUSCREEN = 2 then goto VOPOIL

 ELSE goto VOPELBS

11C VOPELBS Was any of this amount counted as a business 

expense? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPELBPR

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPOIL

11C VOPELBPR What percentage of (the amount/(entry in 

VOPELECX)) was counted as a business expense?

1-99,DK,RF: Goto VOPOIL

100: Goto ERR2_VOPELBPR

11C 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? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPOILX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPFLUID

11C VOPOILX ? [F1]

What was the total cost? 

IF (entry < 5 or entry > 65) and (not equal DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_VOPOILX

ELSEIF (RT10.POPGRP = 9, 09 or 10) then goto 

OILSTORE

Else goto VOPFLUID
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11C OILSTORE What is the name of the business where this was 

purchased? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

 If there are multiple stores, websites, or 

company names, enter the last/most recent

IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' then goto 

VOPFLUID

ELSE ENTRY = DK or RF then goto VOPFLUID

ELSE goto OILPURCH

11C OILPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto VOPFLUID

2: Goto OILLOC

11C OILLOC In what city is (Store) located? Goto OILLOCST

11C OILLOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Store) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_OILLOCST

ELSE goto VOPFLUID

11C VOPFLUID Since the first of (reference month), not including this 

month --

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? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPFLUDX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPPARK
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11C VOPFLUDX What was the total cost of these purchases? IF (VOPFLUDX < 5 or VOPFLUDX > 50) and (not equal 

DK or RF) 

 then goto ERR1_VOPFLUDX

ELSEIF (VOPOIL = 2, DK or RF) and (RT10.POPGRP = 9, 

09

 or 10)] then goto FLDSTORE

ELSE goto VOPPARK

11C FLDSTORE What is the name of the business where this was 

purchased? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

 If there are multiple stores, websites, or company 

names, enter the last/most recent

IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' then goto 

VOPPARK

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto VOPPARK

ELSE Goto FLDPURCH

11C FLDPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto VOPPARK

2: Goto FLDLOC

11C FLDLOC In what city is FLDSTORE_Fill located? Goto FLDLOCST

11C FLDLOCST ? [F1]

In what state is FLDSTORE_Fill located? 

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_FLDLOCST

ELSE goto VOPPARK
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11C 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?

Do not include expenses that are part of your 

property ownership or

rental costs, a business expense or expenses that will 

be totally reimbursed. 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPPARKX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPTOLL

11C VOPPARKX How much was paid, not including any payments 

made this month?

1-99999: IF VOPPARKX > 390 then goto 

ERR1_VOPPARKX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

PRKPLACE

 ELSE goto VOPTOLL

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

PRKPLACE

 ELSE goto VOPTOLL

11C PRKPLACE At what street intersection or location was the vehicle 

parked?

 Enter name of location (such as Anytown 

Shopping Center) or approximate address

 (such as First Street & Main Street)

 If there are multiple locations, enter the 

last/most recent

ENTRY: Goto PRKLOC

DK,RF: Goto VOPTOLL

11C PRKLOC And what is the city? Goto PRKLOCST
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11C PRKLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_PRKLOCST

ELSE goto PRKSTORE

11C PRKSTORE What is the name of the company or institution that 

you paid?

 Enter store, website, or company name

 If there are multiple stores, websites, or company 

names, enter the last/most recent 

Goto VOPTOLL

11C VOPTOLL Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your household) 

had expenses for - 

 Local tolls or electronic toll passes?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPTOLLX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPDOCK

11C VOPTOLLX How much was paid, not including any payments 

made this month?

1-99999: IF VOPTOLLX > 200 then goto 

ERR1_VOPTOLLX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

TOLPLACE

 ELSE goto VOPDOCK

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

TOLPLACE

 ELSE goto VOPDOCK

11C TOLPLACE What is the last road, bridge, ferry, or tunnel (you/you 

or any members of your household) paid a toll for?

 Enter name or description of road, bridge, 

ferry, or tunnel

ENTRY: Goto VTLLOC

DK,RF: VOPDOCK

11C VTLLOC And what is the city? Goto VTLLOCST
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11C VTLLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_VTLLOCST

ELSE goto VOPDOCK

11C VOPDOCK Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your household) 

had expenses for -

 Docking and landing fees for boats and 

planes?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPDOCKX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPPOLCY

11C VOPDOCKX How much was paid, not including any payments 

made this month?

1-9999: IF VOPDOCKX > 1752 then goto 

ERR1_VOPDOCKX

 ELSE goto VOPPOLCY

DK,RF: Goto VOPPOLCY

11C VOPPOLCY Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your household) 

had any expenses for --

Auto repair service policies such as extended 

warranties? 

Do not include service policies for vehicles used 

entirely for business. 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPPLCYX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPAUTO

11C VOPPLCYX How much? 1-9999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 1800 then goto 

ERR1_VOPPLCYX

 ELSE goto VOPAUTO

DK,RF: Goto VOPAUTO
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11C VOPAUTO Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your household) 

had any expenses

for --

 Automobile service clubs, such as AAA or 

services such as OnStar or LoJack?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPCLUBX

2,DK,RF: Goto VOPTOW

11C VOPCLUBX How much? 1-9999: IF entry < 6 or entry > 200 then goto 

ERR1_VOPCLUBX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

CLUBNAME

 ELSE goto VOPTOW

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

CLUBNAME

 ELSE goto VOPTOW

11C CLUBNAME What is the name of the club or service? Goto VOPTOW

11C VOPTOW Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your household)

had expenses for -

 Towing charges, not already reported?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto VOPTOWX

2,DK,RF: Goto TANKGAS
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11C VOPTOWX How much was paid, not including any payments 

made this month?

1-9999: IF VOPTOWX > 500 then goto 

ERR1_VOPTOWX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16 then goto 

TOWSTORE

 ELSE goto TANKGAS

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16 then goto 

TOWSTORE

 ELSE Goto TANKGAS

11C TOWSTORE What is the name of the towing company?

 Enter store, website, or company name

ENTRY: Goto TOWLOC

DK,RF: Goto TANKGAS

11C TOWLOC In what city is TOWSTORE_Fill located? Goto TOWLOCST

11C TOWLOCST ? [F1]

In what state is TOWSTORE_Fill located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_TOWLOCST

ELSE goto TANKGAS

11C TANKGAS Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have (you/you or any members of your household) 

had any expenses

for --

 Bottled or tank gas for recreational vehicles, 

including vans, campers, and boats? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TANKGASX

2,DK,RF: Goto S11C_END

11C TANKGASX How much? 1-9999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 200 then goto 

ERR1_TANKGASX

 ELSE goto S11C_END

DK,RF: Goto S11C_END

12C S11C_END Goto section 12 - BSECT12
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12 S12_INTRO The next questions are about health insurance. 

Include health insurance obtained through 

employment or purchased directly as well as 

government programs like Medicare and Medicaid 

that provide Medical care or help pay medical bills.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF there are Medicare inventory records goto Medicare 

inventory block

ELSEIF there are 8500.MEDICAID = 1 OR 8500.CHIP = 1 

OR 8500.IHS = 1 goto Medicaid/CHIP/IHS inventory block

ELSEIF there are single service or private insurance 

inventory records goto their inventory block

ELSEIF 8500.MILITARY = 1 goto their inventory block

ELSE goto screener block for new policies/coverage 

(detailed section)

12A -

Medicare

MEM_NAME ** SHOW ONLY **

12A -

Medicare

PQ_MCPRPTCX ** SHOW ONLY **

12A -

Medicare

PQ_MCPRPTDX ** SHOW ONLY**

12A -

Medicare

MDCRSTLL (Are/Is) (you/NAME) still enrolled in Medicare?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCCHOICA

2, DK, RF: goto MDCRSTLL for next person with 

HIC_STAT = 1

 If no other active records then exit Medicare 

 inventory block and goto next appropriate 

block

12A -

Medicare

MCCHOICA (Medicare Advantage is the new name for Medicare 

Plus Choice plans./ ) (are/is) (you/NAME) (still 

enrolled/enrolled) in a Medicare Advantage plan?

(* Enter 'Yes' if the member changed to a different 

Medicare Advantage plan./ )

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPREMA

2,DK,RF: Goto MCHMOPLA
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12A -

Medicare

MCHMOPLA (are/is) (you/NAME) (still under/under) a Medicare 

managed care arrangement, such as an HMO, that is, 

a Health Maintenance Organization? (With an HMO, 

you must generally receive care from HMO doctors, 

otherwise the expense is not covered unless you 

were referred by the HMO or there was a medical 

emergency.)

(* Enter 'Yes' if the member changed to a different 

Medicare HMO plan./ )

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPREMA

2,DK,RF: Goto MCPARTDA

12A -

Medicare

MCPREMA Besides (your/NAME's) Medicare Part B payment, 

(are/is) (you/NAME) ^MCPREMA_still paying a 

premium for ^Yourhisher ^MCPREMA_advhmo plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPRPTCA

2,DK,RF: Goto MCPARTDA

12A -

Medicare

MCPRPTCA What is (your/NAME's) monthly premium for 

^Yourhisher ^MCPREMA_advhmo plan?

IF ENTRY < 5 or entry > 1080 then goto 

ERR1_MCPRPTCA

ELSE goto MCPARTDA

12A -

Medicare

MCPARTDA (are/is) (you/NAME) (still enrolled/enrolled) in 

Medicare Part D, also known as the Medicare 

Prescription Drug Plan?

 Enter 'Yes' if the member changed to a different 

Medicare Part D plan.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPRPTDA

2,DK,RF: Goto MDCRSTLL for next person with 

HIC_STAT = 1

 If no other active records then exit Medicare 

 inventory block and goto next appropriate 

block
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12A -

Medicare

MCPRPTDA What is (your/NAME's) monthly premium for 

^Yourhisher Medicare Part D prescription drug plan?

IF ENTRY < 5 or entry > 100 then goto 

ERR1_MCPRPTDA

ELSE goto MDCRSTLL for next person with HIC_STAT = 

1 

 If no other active records then exit Medicare 

 inventory block and goto next appropriate block

12A - Medicaid MDCDSTLL ^Areis_CU_C (you/your household) still covered by 

Medicaid(/state medicaid plan name)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MEDPREMA

2,DK,RF: IF 8500.CHIP = 1 then goto CHIPSTLL

 ELSEIF 8500.IHS = 1 then goto IHSSTLL

 ELSE exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto 

 next appropriate block

12A - Medicaid MEDPREMA (Do/A health insurance premium is the amount you or 

a family member pays each month for healthcare 

coverage. Do) (you/you or any members of your 

household) (still pay/pay) a premium for your 

Medicaid plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MDCDPRXA

2,DK,RF: IF 8500.CHIP = 1 then goto CHIPSTLL

 ELSEIF 8500.IHS = 1 then goto IHSSTLL

 ELSE exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto 

 next appropriate block

12A - Medicaid MDCDPRXA What is the monthly premium for this Medicaid plan? IF ENTRY > 100 then goto ERR1_MDCDPRXA

ELSEIF 8500.CHIP = 1 then goto CHIPSTLL

ELSEIF 8500.IHS = 1 then goto IHSSTLL

ELSE exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto next 

appropriate block

12A - Medicaid CHIPSTLL ^Areis_CU_C (you/your household) still covered by 

the Children's Health Insurance Program 

(CHIP)^ST_CHIP?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CHIPRMA

2,DK,RF: IF 8500.IHS = 1 then goto IHSSTLL

 ELSE exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto 

 next appropriate block
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12A - Medicaid CHIPRMA (Do/A health insurance premium is the amount you or 

a family member pays each month for healthcare 

coverage. Do) (you/you or any members of your 

household) (still pay/pay) a premium for your 

CHIP^ST_CHIP plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CHIPPRXA

2,DK,RF: IF 8500.IHS = 1 then goto IHSSTLL

 ELSE exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto 

 next appropriate block

12A - Medicaid CHIPPRXA What is the monthly premium for this CHIP^ST_CHIP 

plan?

IF ENTRY > 100 then goto ERR1_CHIPPRXA

ELSEIF 8500.IHS = 1 then goto IHSSTLL

ELSE exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto next 

appropriate block

12A - Medicaid IHSSTLL ^Areis_CU_C (you/your household) still covered by 

the Indian Health Service (IHS)?

1. Yes

2. No

Exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and goto next appropriate 

block

12A - Private HHIPDLIB ** SHOW VARIABLE **

12A - Private PLNMGD ** SHOW Variable **

12A - Private HINSCMP ** SHOW Variable **

12A - Private HHISTILL (Do/Does) (you/your household) still have your 

^PLNMGD_fill from (insurance company name)? 

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type |Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1. Yes

2. No

IF 8500.HHIPRYOU = 2 then goto HHISTILL for the next 

active

 policy. If no more active policies, exit block and goto 

 the next appropriate inventory block. 

ELSE goto HHIANYPD
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12A - Private HHIANYPD 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

# |Type |Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF 8500.HHIRPMPD.ORD = 1-9 then goto 

HHILSTTM

 ELSE goto HHIRPMPA

2,DK,RF: Goto HHISTILL for the next active policy. If 

no 

 more active policies, exit block and goto the 

next 

 appropriate inventory block.

12A - Private HHILSTTM Last time, I recorded that payments are made 

(periodicity). Is this still correct?

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type |Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto HHIREGXA

2, DK, RF: Goto HHIRPMPA
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12A - Private HHIRPMPA How often are payments made (including payroll 

deductions/ )?

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type |Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

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

1-9: Goto HHIREGXA

10,DK,RF: Goto HHIPDAMT
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12A - Private HHIREGXA What is the amount currently paid (periodicity)? 

^HHIRPMXB_fill

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type |Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

If [[(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 1) or 

HHIRPMPA = 1)] 

 and HHIREGXA > 410)] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 2) or 

HHIRPMPA = 2)] and

 HHIREGXA > 432] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 3) or 

HHIRPMPA = 3)] and

 HHIREGXA > 596] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 4) or 

HHIRPMPA = 4)] and

 HHIREGXA > 1084] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 5) or 

HHIRPMPA = 5)]

 and HHIREGXA > 1084] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 6) or 

HHIRPMPA = 6)] and

 HHIREGXA > 3544] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 7) or 

HHIRPMPA = 7)] and

 HHIREGXA > 3544] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 8) or 

HHIRPMPA = 8)] and 

 HHIREGXA > 3544] OR

 [(HHILSTTM = 1 and 8500.HHIRPMPD = 9) or 

HHIRPMPA = 9)] and

 HHIREGXA > 12000] ] then goto ERR1_HHIREGXA

ELSE goto HHISTILL for the next active policy. If no more 

 active policies, exit block and goto the next 

 appropriate inventory block.
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12A - Private HHIPDAMT How much was paid since the first of (reference 

month) not including this month? ^HHIRPMXB_fill

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type |Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

IF HHIPDAMT > 864 then goto ERR1_HHIPDAMT

ELSE goto HHISTILL for the next active policy. If no 

 more active policies, exit block and goto 

 the next appropriate inventory block.

12A - Single 

Service

SSPDLIB ** SHOW VARIABLE **

12A - Single 

Service

SSNSDESC ** SHOW Variable **

12A - Single 

Service

SSNSCMP ** SHOW Variable **

12A - Single 

Service

SSSTILL (Do/Does) (you/your household) still have your 

(dental care/long-term care/prescription/vision 

care/other) policy from (Single service insurance 

company name)? 

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type | Company

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1. Yes

2. No

IF 8500.SSPRYOU = 2 then 

 goto SSSTILL for the next active policy

 If no more active policies, exit block and goto next

 appropriate inventory block.

ELSE goto SSANYPD

12A - Single 

Service

SSANYPD 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

# |Type | Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF I_SSRPMPD = 1-9 then goto SSLSTTM

 ELSE goto SSRPMPA

2,DK,RF: Goto SSSTILL for the next active policy

 If no more active policies, exit block and 

 goto next appropriate inventory block.
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12A - Single 

Service

SSLSTTM Last time, I recorded that payments are made 

(periodicity). Is this still correct?

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type | Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SSREGXA

2,DK,RF: Goto SSRPMPA

12A - Single 

Service

SSRPMPA How often are payments made(including payroll 

deductions?/? )

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type | Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

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

1-9: Goto SSREGXA

10,DK,RF: Goto SSPDAMT
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12A - Single 

Service

SSREGXA What is the amount currently paid (periodicity)?

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type | Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

If ((I_SSTYPE = 1 and SSREGXA lt 5 or gt 1700) or

 (I_SSTYPE = 2 and SSREGXA lt 5 or gt 1882) or 

 (I_SSTYPE = 3 and SSREGXA lt 10 or gt 1341) or

 (I_SSTYPE = 4 and SSREGXA lt 5 or gt 1080) or

 (I_SSTYPE = 5 and SSREGXA lt 5 or gt 1080)) and

 (SSREGXA ne DK or RF) 

 then goto ERR1_SSREGXA

Else goto SSSTILL for the next active policy

 If no more active policies, exit block and goto next

 appropriate inventory block.

12A - Single 

Service

SSPDAMT How much was paid since the first of (reference 

month) not including this month?

Policy|Insurance |Insurance|Payroll |Time | |Paid 

|Paid

# |Type | Company 

|Deduction|Period|Payment|Total|Non-CU

1-99999: IF (I_SSTYPE = 2 and SSPDAMT greater than 

1491) 

 OR (I_SSTYPE <> 2 and SSPDAMT greater 

than 133)

 then goto ERR1_SSPDAMT

 ELSE goto SSSTILL for the next active policy

 If no more active policies, exit block and 

 goto next appropriate inventory block.

DK,RF: Goto SSSTILL for the next active policy

 If no more active policies, exit block and goto next

 appropriate inventory block.

12A - Military MILOTSTL ^Areis_CU_C (you/your household) still covered by ( 

(other military coverage description)/your other 

military coverage)?

1. Yes

2. No

IF I_VACHAMP = 1 then goto MILVASTL

ELSEIF I_TRICARE = 1 then goto TRICRSTL

ELSE exit military inventory block and goto Part B

12A - Military MILVASTL ^Areis_CU_C (you/your household) still covered by 

(VA or CHAMP-VA/VA/CHAMP-VA/DK/RF)?

1. Yes

2. No

IF I_TRICARE = 1 then goto TRICRSTL

ELSE exit military inventory block and goto Part B
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12A - Military TRICRSTL ^Areis_CU_C (you/your household) still covered by 

(TRICARE Prime/TRICARE Select/TRICARE for 

Life/(other name)TRICARE)?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF I_MILMAN = 3 then exit military inventory block 

 and goto Part B

 ELSE goto TRIANYPD

2,DK,RF: Exit military inventory block and goto Part B

12A - Military TRIANYPD Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) made any payments 

for Tricare including payroll deductions?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF I_TRIRPMPD = 1-9 then goto TRILSTTM

 ELSE goto TRIRPMPA

2,DK,RF: Exit military inventory block and goto Part B

12A - Military TRILSTTM Last time, I recorded that payments are made 

(periodicity from previous quarter). Is this still 

correct?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRIREGXA

2,DK,RF: Goto TRIRPMPA

12A - Military TRIRPMPA How often are payments made including any payroll 

deductions? 

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

1-9: Goto TRIREGXA

10, DK, RF: Goto TRIPDAMT
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12A - Military TRIREGXA What is the amount currently paid (periodicity)? IF ([(TRILSTTM = 1 and I_TRIRPMPD = 1) or TRIRPMPA 

= 1] and

 TRIREGXA greater than 125) OR

 ([(TRILSTTM = 1 and I_TRIRPMPD = 2) or TRIRPMPA = 

2] and 

 TRIREGXA greater than 220) OR 

([(TRILSTTM = 1 and I_TRIRPMPD = 3) or TRIRPMPA = 

3] and 

 TRIREGXA greater than 60) OR 

([(TRILSTTM = 1 and (I_TRIRPMPD = 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8)) or 

 (TRIRPMPA = 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8)] and TRIREGXA greater 

 than 758) OR 

([(TRILSTTM = 1 and I_TRIRPMPD = 9) or TRIRPMPA = 

9] and

 TRIREGXA greater than 1200) ] then goto TRIREGXA

ELSE exit military inventory block and goto Part B

12A - Military TRIPDAMT How much was paid since the first of (reference 

month) not including this month?

IF ENTRY greater than 758 then goto ERR1_TRIPDAMT

ELSE exit military inventory block and goto Part B

12 - Screener FHICOV (question text)

1. Yes

2. No

1, DK, RF: Goto HIKIND

2: IF NumPers65 ge 1 AND NumMCareInv = 0 then goto 

MCAREPRB

 ELSEIF AnyInv = 0 then goto MCAIDPRB

 ELSE goto Screener_END
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12 - Screener HIKIND 31 ? [F1]

What (other kind/kind) of health insurance or health 

care coverage (do/does) (you/your household) have 

or pay for? INCLUDE those that pay for only one 

type of service (nursing home care, vision care, or 

dental care). EXCLUDE private plans that only 

provide extra cash while hospitalized.

 Read each item on list

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

1. Private health insurance, including employer and 

healthcare exchange plans?

2. (Medicare?/ )

3. Medicare Supplemental Insurance (Medi-Gap)?

4. (Medicaid(/state name)?/ )

5. (SCHIP (CHIP/Children's Health Insurance 

Program)(/state name)?/ )

6. Military health care (Tricare/VA/CHAMP-VA)?

7. (Indian Health Service?/ )

8. Single service plan (e.g., dental, vision, long-term 

care)?

9. No coverage of any type

DK,RF: IF NumPers65 ge 1 AND NumMCareInv = 0 then 

 goto MCAREPRB

 ELSEIF AnyInv = 0 then goto MCAIDPRB

 ELSEIF NumSSInv = 0 then goto SINCOV

 ELSE goto Screener_END

1-8: IF (3 selected without 2 AND NumMCareInv = 0 then 

 goto CK_HIKIND

 ELSEIF (NumPers65 ge 1) AND (2 not selected in 

HIKIND)

 AND (NumMCareInv = 0) then goto 

MCAREPRB

 ELSEIF (8 not selected in HIKIND) AND (NumSSInv = 

0) 

 then goto SINCOV

 ELSE goto Screener_END

9: IF 1-8 also selected in HIKIND then goto ERR_HIKIND

 ELSEIF (NumPers65 ge 1) AND (2 not selected in 

HIKIND)

 AND (NumMCareInv = 0) then goto 

MCAREPRB

 ELSEIF AnyInv = 0 then goto MCAIDPRB

 ELSEIF NumSSInv = 0 then goto SINCOV

 ELSE goto Screener_END

12 - Screener MCAREPRB ^Areyou_Isanyone covered by Medicare?

1. Yes

2. No

IF ((HIKIND = 9, DK, or RF) or FHICOV = 2) AND AnyInv = 

0 

 then goto MCAIDPRB

ELSEIF (8 not selected in HIKIND) AND (HIKIND = 

RESPONSE, DK 

 or RF) AND NumSSInv = 0 then goto SINCOV

ELSE goto Screener_End
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12 - Screener MCAIDPRB There is a program called Medicaid that pays for 

health care for persons in need. 

(In this state it is also called (program name). / )

^Areyou_Isanyone covered by Medicaid?

1. Yes

2. No

IF NumSSInv = 0 AND(8 not selected in HIKIND) AND 

 (HIKIND = RESPONSE, DK or RF) then goto SINCOV

ELSE goto Screener_END

12 - Screener SINCOV ^Doyou_Doesanyone have or pay for a separate 

insurance plan that pays for only one type of service 

such as dental, vision, or long-term care?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto Screener_End

12 - Screener Screener_End ** Not Displayed ** IF 2 selected in HIKIND OR MCAREPRB = 1 then goto 

MEDICARE

ELSEIF 4, 5, OR 7 selected in HIKIND OR MCAIDPRB = 1 

then

 goto BlkMedicaid

ELSEIF 8 selected in HIKIND OR SINCOV = 1 then 

 goto Tblsingleserv

ELSEIF 1 OR 3 selected in HIKIND goto BlkPrivate

ELSEIF 6 selected in HIKIND goto BlkMilitary 

ELSE goto PartB_End
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12B -

Medicare

MEDICARE Who (else is/else) enrolled in Medicare?

 Enter line numbers for all that apply, 

separate with commas.

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

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

Goto TblMEDICARE

12B -

Medicare

MEMBNO
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12B -

Medicare

MEM_NAME ** SHOW ONLY **

12B -

Medicare

MCCHOICE ? [F1]

Medicare Advantage is the new name for Medicare 

Plus Choice plans. (Are/Is) (you/NAME) enrolled in a 

Medicare Advantage plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPREM

2, DK, RF: Goto MCHMOPLN

12B -

Medicare

MCHMOPLN (Are/Is) (you/NAME) under a Medicare managed care 

arrangement, such as an HMO, that is, a Health 

Maintenance Organization? (With an HMO, you must 

generally receive care from HMO doctors, otherwise 

the expense is not covered unless you were referred 

by the HMO or there was a medical emergency.)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPREM

2,DK,RF: Goto MCPARTD

12B -

Medicare

MCPREM Besides (your/NAME's) Medicare Part B payment, 

(are/is) (you/NAME) paying a premium for 

^Yourhisher (Medicare Advantage/Medicare HMO) 

plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPRPTCX

2,DK,RF: Goto MCPARTD

12B -

Medicare

MCPRPTCX What is (your/NAME's) monthly premium for 

^Yourhisher (Medicare Advantage/Medicare HMO) 

plan?

IF entry lt 5 or gt 1080 then goto ERR1_MCPRPTCX

ELSE goto MCPARTD

12B -

Medicare

MCPARTD (Are/Is) (you/NAME) enrolled in Medicare Part D, also 

known as the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MCPRPTDX

2,DK,RF: Goto End_Person
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12B -

Medicare

MCPRPTDX What is (your/NAME's) monthly premium for 

^Yourhisher Medicare Part D prescription drug plan?

IF entry lt 5 or gt 100 then goto ERR1_MCPRPTDX

ELSE goto End_Person

12B -

Medicare

End_Person Goto MCCHOICE for the next appropriate person.

If no more persons than exit the medicare block and 

 goto Medicare_Complete

12B -

Medicare

Medicare_Compl

ete

** Not Displayed ** IF 4, 5, OR 7 selected in HIKIND OR MCAIDPRB = 1 then

 goto BlkMedicaid

ELSEIF 8 selected in HIKIND OR SINCOV = 1 then 

 goto Tblsingleserv

ELSEIF 1 OR 3 selected in HIKIND goto BlkPrivate

ELSEIF 6 selected in HIKIND goto BlkMilitary 

ELSE goto Partb_End

12B - Medicaid MEDICAID Earlier I recorded that (you/your household) (are/is) 

covered by Medicaid(/state medicaid plan name). Is 

that correct?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto MXCHNG

 ELSE goto MDCDCOV

2,DK,RF: Goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid MDCDCOV How many members of your household are covered 

by Medicaid(/state medicaid plan name)?

IF MDCDCOV gt number of CU members then goto 

CK_MDCDCOV

ELSE goto MXCHNG

12B - Medicaid MXCHNG Was (your/your household's) Medicaid obtained 

through Healthcare.gov or the (Health Insurance 

Marketplace, such as (state name)/Health Insurance 

Marketplace)?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto MEDPREM
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13B - Medicaid MEDPREM A health insurance premium is the amount you or a 

family member pays each month for healthcare 

coverage. Do (you/you or anyone in your household) 

pay a premium for your Medicaid(/state medicaid plan 

name) plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MDCDPRMX

2,DK,RF: Goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid MDCDPRMX What is the monthly premium for this Medicaid(/state 

medicaid plan name) plan?

IF entry gt 100 then goto ERR1_MDCDPRMX

Else goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid CHIP Earlier I recorded that (you/your household) (are/is) 

covered by the Children's Health Insurance Program 

(CHIP)^ST_CHIP. Is that correct?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto CHXCHNG

 ELSE goto CHIPCOV

2,DK,RF: Goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid CHIPCOV How many members of your household are covered 

by CHIP^ST_CHIP?

IF CHIPCOV gt number of CU members then goto 

CK_CHIPCOV

ELSE goto CHXCHNG

12B - Medicaid CHXCHNG Was (your/your household's) CHIP plan obtained 

through Healthcare.gov or the (Health Insurance 

Marketplace, such as (state name)/Health Insurance 

Marketplace)?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto STRFPRM1

12B - Medicaid STRFPRM1 A health insurance premium is the amount you or a 

family member pays each month for healthcare 

coverage. Do (you/you or anyone in your household) 

pay a premium for CHIP^ST_CHIP?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CHIPPRMX

2,DK,RF: Goto Medicaid_Complete
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13B - Medicaid CHIPPRMX What is the monthly premium for CHIP^ST_CHIP? IF entry gt 100 then goto ERR1_CHIPPRMX

ELSEIF 7 selected in HIKIND then goto IHS

ELSE goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid IHS Earlier I recorded that (you/your household) (are/is) 

covered by the Indian Health Service (IHS). 

Is that correct?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto Medicaid_Complete

 ELSE goto IHSCOV

2,DK,RF: Goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid IHSCOV How many members of your household are covered 

by IHS?

IF IHSCOV gt number of CU members then goto 

CK_IHSCOV

ELSE goto Medicaid_Complete

12B - Medicaid Medicaid_Compl

ete

Exit Medicaid/CHIP/IHS block and

 IF 8 selected in HIKIND OR SINCOV = 1 then

 goto Tblsingleserv

 ELSEIF 1 OR 3 selected in HIKIND goto BlkPrivate

 ELSEIF 6 selected in HIKIND goto BlkMilitary 

 ELSE goto PartB_End

12B - Single 

Service

SSTYPE (You mentioned that (you have/your household has) a 

single-service plan - that is, an insurance plan that 

provides one specific type of coverage.) Let's talk 

about your (first/next) single-service plan. 

What type of service or care does your single-service 

plan pay for?

1. Dental care

2. Long-term care

3. Prescriptions

4. Vision care

5. Other (specify)

888. Delete the Line

1-4,DK,RF: Goto SSNSCMP

5: Goto SSOTHER

888: Goto SSMORE

12B - Single 

Service

PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **
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Service

SSOTHER Goto SSNSCMP

12B - Single 

Service

SSNSCMP IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto SSGROUP

ELSE goto SSCOVQ

12B - Single 

Service

SSCOVQ How many household members are/were covered by 

this plan?

1-30: IF SSCOVQ gt NUMHOUSE then goto 

CK_SSCOVQ

 ELSE goto SSGROUP

0,DK,RF: Goto SSGROUP

12B - Single 

Service

SSGROUP Was the plan obtained on an individual or group 

basis?

 

1. Individually obtained

2. Group through place of employment

3. Group through other organization

Goto SSPRYOU

12B - Single 

Service

SSPRYOU (Do/Does) (you/your household) pay ANY portion of 

the premiums for this plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto SSPRDED

2: Goto SSPROUT

12B - Single 

Service

SSPROUT Who pays the plan premiums?

1. An employer or union?

2. Another group or persons outside your household?

Goto SSMORE

12B - Single 

Service

SSPRDED Are any premiums paid through payroll deductions?

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto SSRPMPD
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12B - Single 

Service

SSRPMPD How often are payments made for (entry for 

SSNSCMP/this plan )(including payroll deductions/ 

)?

 

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

1-9: Goto SSRPMXB

10,DK,RF: Goto SSRGXB
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12B - Single 

Service

SSRPMXB What is the amount currently paid (periodicity)? 1-99999: IF (SSTYPE = 2 AND

 [(SSRPMPD = 1 and SSRPMXB greater than 

373) or

 (SSRPMPD = 2 and SSRPMXB greater than 

745) or

 (SSRPMPD = 3 and SSRPMXB greater than 

745) or

 (SSRPMPD = 4 and SSRPMXB greater than 

1491) or 

 (SSRPMPD = 5 and SSRPMXB greater than 

2982) or

 (SSRPMPD = 6 and SSRPMXB greater than 

4472) or

 (SSRPMPD = 7 and SSRPMXB greater than 

5964) or

 (SSRPMPD = 8 and SSRPMXB greater than 

8946) or

 (SSRPMPD = 9 and SSRPMXB greater than 

17892) THEN

 goto ERR1_SSRPMXB

 ELSEIF SSTYPE <> 2 AND 

 [(SSRPMPD = 1 and SSRPMXB greater than 

81) or

 (SSRPMPD = 2 and SSRPMXB greater than 

81) or

 (SSRPMPD = 3 and SSRPMXB greater than 

195) or

 (SSRPMPD = 4 and SSRPMXB greater than 

212) or

 (SSRPMPD = 5 and SSRPMXB greater than 

212) or

 (SSRPMPD = 6 and SSRPMXB greater than 

215) or

 (SSRPMPD = 7 and SSRPMXB greater than 

215) or

 (SSRPMPD = 8 and SSRPMXB greater than 

531) or
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 (SSRPMPD = 9 and SSRPMXB greater than 

675) ]

 then goto ERR1_SSRPMXB 

 ELSE goto SSMORE

 

DK,RF: Goto SSMORE

12B - Single 

Service

SSRGXB What was the total expense paid for this plan since 

(reference month) not including this month?

1-99999: IF (SSTYPE = 2 and SSRGXB greater than 

1491) or

 (SSTYPE <> 2 and SSRGXB greater than 133) 

then

 goto ERR1_SSRGXB 

 ELSE goto SSMORE

 

DK,RF: Goto SSMORE

12B - Single 

Service

SSMORE (Do/Does) (you/your household) have any other 

single-service plans - that is, any other insurance 

plans that provide one specific type of coverage?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 12 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto SSTYPE for next plan, next line of grid

2,DK,RF: IF SSTYPE on the row below this one is not 

EMPTY

 then goto CK_SSMORE. 

 ELSE exit single service block and

 IF 1 OR 3 selected in HIKIND goto 

BlkPrivate

 ELSEIF 6 selected in HIKIND goto 

BlkMilitary 

 ELSE goto PartB_End

12B - Private HINSCMP ^HINSCMP_fill

Let's talk about your (first/next) private health 

insurance plan.

What is the name of the insurance company for this 

plan? 

 Enter name of insurance company, 

not the insurance agent

 Enter 888 to delete the line 

IF 888 then goto HHIMORE

ELSEIF 3 selected in HIKIND then goto MEDIGAP

ELSEIF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto PLNMGD

ELSE goto HHICOVQ
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12B - Private MEDIGAP 1: IF MCCHOICE_Flag = 1 OR MCHMOPLN_Flag = 1 

then

 goto CK_MEDIGAP

 ELSEIF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto PLNMGD

 ELSE goto HHICOVQ

2,DK,RF: IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto PLNMGD

 ELSE goto HHICOVQ

12B - Private HHICOVQ How many household members are/were covered by 

this plan?

0-30: IF HHICOVQ greater than NUMHOUSE then goto 

CK_HHICOVQ

 ELSEIF ((MEDIGAP = 1) AND (HHICOVQ gt 

TotalMedicare) 

 then goto CK_HHICOVQ2

 ELSE goto PLNMGD

DK,RF: Goto PLNMGD

12B - Private PLNMGD ? [F1]

Is this plan an HMO (Health Maintenance 

Organization), an IPA (Individual Practice 

Association), a PPO (Preferred Provider 

Organization), or fee-for-service?

1. HMO/IPA

2. PPO/Fee-for-service

1: Goto FSA

2,DK,RF: Goto HSAHRA

12B - Private HSAHRA With this plan, is there a special account or fund that 

can be used to pay for medical expenses? The 

accounts are sometimes referred to as Health Savings 

Accounts (HSAs), Health Reimbursement Accounts 

(HRAs), Personal Care accounts, Personal Medical 

funds, or Choice funds, and are different from Flexible 

Spending Accounts.

1. Yes

2. No

Goto FSA
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12B - Private FSA Do (you/you or any members of your household) have 

a Flexible Spending Account for health expenses? 

These accounts are offered by some employers to 

allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars of their 

own money for their use throughout the year to 

reimburse themselves for their out-of-pocket 

expenses for health care. With this type of account, 

any money remaining in the account at the end of the 

year, following a short grace period, is lost to the 

employee.

1. Yes

2. No

Goto HHIGROUP

12B - Private HHIGROUP Was the plan obtained on an individual or group 

basis? 

1. Individually obtained

2. Group through place of employment

3. Group through other organization

1,3,DK,RF: Goto PORTAL

2: Goto HHIPRYOU

12B - Private PORTAL Was the plan obtained through ^ST_PORTAL 

Healthcare.gov?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PORTPLAN

2,DK,RF: Goto HHIPRYOU

12B - Private PORTPLAN Is this plan a platinum, gold, silver, bronze, or 

catastrophic plan?

1. Platinum plan

2. Gold plan

3. Silver plan

4. Bronze plan

5. Catastrophic plan

Goto HHIPRYOU
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12B - Private HHIPRYOU (Do/Does) (you/your household) pay ANY portion of 

the premiums for this plan?

1. Yes

2. No

1,DK,RF: Goto HHIPRDED

2: Goto HHIPROUT

12B - Private HHIPROUT Who pays the policy premiums?

1. An employer or union?

2. Another group or persons outside your household?

IF PORTAL = 1 goto PREMSUBS

ELSE goto HHIMORE

12B - Private HHIPRDED Are any premiums paid through payroll deductions?

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto HHIRPMPD

12B - Private HHIRPMPD How often are payments made for (entry for 

HINSCMP/this plan ) (including payroll deductions/ 

)?

 

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

1-9: Goto HHIRPMXB

10,DK,RF: Goto HHIIRGXB
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12B - Private HHIRPMXB What is the amount currently paid ^PERIOD_PI? 

^HHIRPMXB_fill

1-99999: IF ((HHIRPMPD = 1 and HHIRPMXB greater 

than 410) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 2 and HHIRPMXB greater 

than 432) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 3 and HHIRPMXB greater 

than 596) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 4 and HHIRPMXB greater than 

1084) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 5 and HHIRPMXB greater than 

1084) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 6 and HHIRPMXB greater than 

3544) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 7 and HHIRPMXB greater than 

3544) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 8 and HHIRPMXB greater than 

3544) OR

 (HHIRPMPD = 9 and HHIRPMXB greater than 

12000))

 Then goto ERR1_HHIRPMXB

 ELSEIF PORTAL = 1 then goto PREMSUBS

 ELSE goto HHIMORE

 

DK,RF: IF PORTAL = 1 then goto PREMSUBS

 ELSE goto HHIMORE

12B - Private HHIIRGXB What was the total expense paid for this plan since 

(reference month) not including this month? 

^HHIRPMXB_fill

1-99999: IF HHIIRGXB greater than 864 then goto 

ERR1_HHIIRGXB

 ELSEIF PORTAL = 1 then goto PREMSUBS

 ELSE goto HHIMORE

DK,RF: IF PORTAL = 1 then goto PREMSUBS

 ELSE goto HHIMORE
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12B - Private PREMSUBS Is the cost of the premium subsidized based on 

(your/your household's) income?

 Subsidized health coverage is insurance with a 

reduced premium. Low

 and middle income families are eligible to receive tax 

credits that allow

 them to pay lower premiums for insurance bought 

through healthcare

 exchanges or marketplaces.

1. Yes

2. No

1: goto HHISUBPD

2, DK, RF: goto HHIMORE

12B - Private HHISUBPD Is the subsidy paid directly to the health insurance 

company?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto HHIMORE

12B - Private HHIMORE Do (you/you or any members of your household) have 

any other private health insurance plans?

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 12 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto HINSCMP for next plan, next line of 

grid

2,DK,RF: IF HINSCMP on the row below this one is not 

EMPTY

 then goto CK_HHIMORE. 

 Else exit private insurance table and

 IF 6 selected in HIKIND goto BlkMilitary 

 ELSE goto PartB_End

12B - Military MILITARY Earlier I recorded that (you/your household) are 

covered by military health care. Is that correct?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MILSPC

2,DK,RF: Goto Military_Complete
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12B - Military MILSPC What (other types/types) of military health care 

(are/is) (you/your household) covered by?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

1. (Tricare/ )

2. (VA/ )

3. (CHAMP-VA/ )

4. (Other military coverage (specify)/ )

1-4: IF 4 selected then goto MILSPCOT

 ELSEIF 2 or 3 selected AND NUMHOUSE gt 1 then 

 goto MILVACOV

 ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC AND NUMHOUSE gt 

1 then 

 goto TRICOV

 ELSEIF 1 selected then goto MILMAN

 ELSE goto Military_Complete

DK, RF: Goto Military_Complete

12B - Military MILSPCOT IF NUMHOUSE gt 1 then goto MILOTCOV

ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC AND NUMHOUSE gt 1 then 

goto TRICOV

ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC then goto MILMAN

ELSE goto Military_Complete

12B - Military MILOTCOV How many members of your household are covered 

by ^MILSPCOT_fill?

IF MILOTCOV greater than NUMHOUSE then goto 

CK_MILOTCOV

ELSEIF 2 or 3 selected in MILSPC AND NUMHOUSE gt 1 

then 

 goto MILVACOV

ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC AND NUMHOUSE gt 1 then 

goto TRICOV

ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC then goto MILMAN

ELSE goto Military_Complete
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12B - Military MILVACOV How many members of your household are covered 

by (VA or CHAMP-VA/VA/CHAMP-VA)?

IF MILVACOV gt the number of CU members then goto 

CK_MILVACOV

ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC AND NUMHOUSE gt 1 then 

goto TRICOV

ELSEIF 1 selected in MILSPC then goto MILMAN

ELSE goto Military_Complete

12B - Military TRICOV How many members of your household are covered 

by TRICARE?

IF TRICOV gt the number of CU members then goto 

CK_TRICOV

ELSE goto MILMAN

ELSE goto Military_Complete

12B - Military MILMAN 1,2,DK,RF: Goto TRIRPMPD

3: Goto Military_Complete

4: Goto MILMANOT

12B - Military MILMANOT Goto TRIRPMPD
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12B - Military TRIRPMPD How often are payments made for (TRICARE 

Prime/TRICARE Select/ (other name)/TRICARE )

including payroll deductions?

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

1-9: Goto TRIRPMXB

10,DK,RF: Goto TRIIRGXB

12B - Military TRIRPMXB What is the amount currently paid (periodicity)? If (TRIRPMPD = 1 and TRIRPMXB greater than 125) or

 (TRIRPMPD = 2 and TRIRPMXB greater than 220) or

 (TRIRPMPD = 3 and TRIRPMXB greater than 60) or

 ((TRIRPMPD = 4-8) and TRIRPMXB greater than 758) or

 (TRIRPMPD = 9 and TRIRPMXB greater than 1200) ]

 then goto ERR1_TRIRPMXB

Else goto Military_Complete

12B - Military TRIIRGXB What was the total expense paid for (TRICARE 

Prime/TRICARE Select/ (other name)/TRICARE ) since 

(reference month) not including this month?

IF ENTRY greater than 758 then goto ERR1_TRIIRGXB

Else goto Military_Complete

12B - Military Military_Complet

e

Exit military block and goto PartB_End

12B PartB_END ** Not displayed ** Exit Sect12 block and goto Section 13
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13A S13AINTRO 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

Goto BSect13.BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
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13A ITEM SCREEN 1--------------------------------------------------------------

32 ? [F1]

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

SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------

------------

 33 ? [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

1-15: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

95: Goto next ROW

99: Goto S13A_END

888: IF no more rows then goto S13A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row of the table
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99. None/No more entries

888. Delete a line

13A ServiceOrItem ** SHOW ONLY **

13A DESCRIPTION Ask if not apparent

 Describe the care/service/item.

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) 

(MEDPMTMO)

IF ITEM = 5 then goto MEDPNOUT

ELSEIF ITEM = 14 or 15 then goto MEDPPRNT

ELSE goto MEDPGFTC

13A MEDPNOUT Was this service provided inside or outside the 

home? 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)

1. Inside the home

2. Outside the home

Goto MEDPGFTC

13A MEDPPRNT Goto MEDPGFTC
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14A MEDPGFTC Ask if not apparent

(Was/Were) the (description) for a member of your 

household or someone outside of your household?

 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) 

(MEDPMTMO)

1. Household member

2. Non-household member

Goto MONTH

13A MONTH In what month was(were) the payment(s) made?

 ( * Enter 13 for same amount each month of the 

reference period./ ) 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (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/ )

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF (MONTH is not within 

the 

 reference period) then goto 

 ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

13,DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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13A AMOUNT (What was the total amount paid in (month)?/What 

was the total amount paid?/What is your monthly 

expense?)

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)

1-999999: IF [(ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2000) or

 (ITEM = 2 and AMOUNT lt 3 or gt 500) or

 (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 4000) or

 (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 5000) or 

 (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 800) or

 (ITEM = 6 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1200) or

 (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 800) or

 (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 8000) or

 (ITEM = 9 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 10,700) or

 (ITEM = 10 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1200) or

 (ITEM = 11 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 650) or

 (ITEM = 12 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 5000) or

 (ITEM = 13 and AMOUNT lt 3 or gt 450) or

 (ITEM = 14 and AMOUNT lt 6 or gt 1350) or

 (ITEM = 15 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 500)]

 AND (MONTH <> 13) then goto 

ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF ITEM and AMOUNT for this record = 

data on

 the prechart/input AND (that prechart 

records 

 MEDPMTMO <> 13) then goto ERR_DUP

 ELSE goto C

DK,RF: Goto C
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13A C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: IF [(ITEM = 1, 2, 3, 6 or 12) and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 

 7, 8, 07 or 08)] OR [ITEM = 5 and 

MEDPNOUT= 2 

 and (RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08)] OR 

 [ITEM = 10 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)] 

OR 

 [(ITEM = 13, 14 or 15) and (RT10.POPGRP = 

11 or 12)] 

 then goto MDBSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

IF anything other than 'C' or blank is entered then

 goto CK_C
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13A COMBCODE 32-33 ? [F1]

What is (description) combined with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

 Description Amount Month

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)

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)

IF [(ITEM = 1, 2, 3, 6 or 12) and (RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8,

 07 or 08)] OR [ITEM = 5 and MEDPNOUT= 2 and 

 (RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08)] OR [ITEM = 10 and 

 (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)] OR [(ITEM = 13, 14 or 15) 

 and (RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12)] then goto 

MDBSTORE 

ELSE goto MORE

13A MDBSTORE What is the name of the business (that provided this 

service/where this was purchased)?

IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto MORE

ELSE goto MDBPURCH
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13A MDBPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto MDBLOC

13A MDBLOC In what city is (Store) located? Goto MDBLOCST

13A MDBLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_MDBLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

13A MORE Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

make any other payments for (description)?

 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) 

(MEDPMTMO)

1. Yes

2. No

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 S13A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next line on the grid

13A S13A_END ** Not Displayed ** Exit block and goto S13B_INTRO
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13B S13B_INTRO Now I am going to ask some questions about your 

reimbursements. 

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. 

^HSAHRAFSA_Fill

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (MEDRMBX) 

(MEDRMBMO)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto ITEM
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13B ITEM SCREEN 1 -------------------------------------------------------------

--------------------------

32 ? [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?

 Read each item on list

 

SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------

---------------------------

33 ? [F1]

 IF YES - 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

1-15: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

95: Goto next ROW

99: Goto S13B_END

888: IF no more grid lines then goto S13B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
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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

13B ServiceOrItem ** SHOW ONLY **

13B DESCRIPTION Ask if not apparent

 Describe the care/service/item.

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (MEDRMBX) 

(MEDRMBMO)

IF ITEM = 5 then goto MEDRNOUT

ELSEIF ITEM = 14 or 15 then goto MEDRPRNT

ELSE goto MEDRGFTC

13B MEDRNOUT Was this service provided inside or outside the 

home? 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDPDESC) (MEDPMTX) (MEDPMTMO)

1. Inside the home

2. Outside the home

Goto MEDRGFTC

13B MEDRPRNT Goto MEDRGFTC
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14B MEDRGFTC Ask if not apparent

(Was/Were) the (description) for a member of your 

household or someone outside of your household?

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (MEDRMBX) 

(MEDRMBMO) 

 

1. Household member

2. Non-household member

Goto MONTH

13B MONTH In what month was(were) the reimbursement(s) 

received?

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (MEDRMBX) 

(MEDRMBMO)

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry not within the 

reference 

 period then goto 

ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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13B AMOUNT What was the total amount received (in month)?

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (MEDRMBX) 

(MEDRMBMO)

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2300) or

 (ITEM = 2 and AMOUNT lt 13 or gt 450) or 

 (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 1400) or

 (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 5000) or

 (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT lt 8 or gt 800) or

 (ITEM = 6 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 980) or

 (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 800) or

 (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 8000) or 

 (ITEM = 9 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 10700) or

 (ITEM = 10 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1200) or

 (ITEM = 11 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 650) or

 (ITEM = 12 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 3208) or

 (ITEM = 13 and AMOUNT lt 7 or gt 850) or

 (ITEM = 14 and AMOUNT lt 15 or gt 1350) or

 (ITEM = 15 and AMOUNT lt 32 or gt 500)

 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF ITEM 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: Goto C

13B C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: Goto MORE

IF anything other than 'C' or the enter key is entered then

 goto CK_C
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13B COMBCODE 32-33 ? [F1]

What other medical reimbursement is (description) 

combined with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (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

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)

Goto MORE
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13B MORE Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

receive any other reimbursements for (description)?

 Description Amount Month 

 (MEDRDESC) (MEDRMBX) 

(MEDRMBMO)

1. Yes

2. No

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 S13B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid

13B S13B_END ** Not Displayed ** Exit block and goto LP13A_FLAG

13A LP13A_Flag

1. Yes

2. No

13 S13_Sectcomp Exit block and goto Section 14 - BSECT14

14A S14A1_INTRO Now I am going to ask about your non-health 

insurance policies.

(Include policies paid by your household for someone 

outside your household./ ) 

Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid |Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total|Period |Payment

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF there are any active Policies listed on the inventory 

 chart (8500.PLCYSTAB <> 1) then goto BSect14A 

Block

ELSE goto S14A_END

14A POLICYIB ** SHOW VARIABLE **

14A INSDESC ** SHOW Variable **

14A INSCOMP ** SHOW Variable **

14A TYPE_F ** SHOW ONLY Field **
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14A PLCYSTIL Do (you/you or any members of your household) still 

have or make payments for the (Insurance Type 

Description) insurance policy from (Insurance 

Company)? 

Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid |Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total|Period |Payment

1. Yes

2. No

IF 8500.PREMYOU = 2 then goto S14A_END

ELSE goto INSEX3A

14A INSEX3A Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, have you had any expenses for this policy?

Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid |Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total|Period|Payment 

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF I_INSRPMPD = 1-9 then goto INSLSTTM

 ELSE goto INSRPMPA

2,DK,RF: Goto S14A_END

14A INSLSTTM Last time, I recorded that payments are made (once a 

week/once every 2 weeks/twice a month/once a 

month/every 2 months/every 3 months/every 4 

months/every 6 months/once a year). 

Is that still correct?

Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid |Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total|Period|Payment

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto INSREGXA

2,DK,RF: Goto INSRPMPA
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14A INSRPMPA How often are payments made( including payroll 

deductions?/?) 

Policy |Insurance | |Insurance |Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid | Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total | Period |Payment

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

1-9: Goto INSREGXA

10,DK,RF: Goto INSEX3AX
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14A INSREGXA What is the amount currently paid(Periodicity)?/?)

Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid |Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total|Period|Payment

IF INSREGXA = 1 or 2 then goto ERR1_INSREGXA

ELSEIF POLICYYB = 100 and 

[ (((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 1) or INSRPMPA = 

1) and INSREGXA gt 120) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 2) or INSRPMPA = 

2) and INSREGXA gt 61) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 3) or INSRPMPA = 

3) and INSREGXA gt 300) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 4) or INSRPMPA = 

4) and INSREGXA gt 1120) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 5) or INSRPMPA = 

5) and INSREGXA gt 1120) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 6) or INSRPMPA = 

6) and INSREGXA gt 3999) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 7) or INSRPMPA = 

7) and INSREGXA gt 3999) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 8) or INSRPMPA = 

8) and INSREGXA gt 3999) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 9) or INSRPMPA = 

9) and INSREGXA gt 6628) ] then goto ERR1_INSREGXA

ELSEIF POLICYYB = 200 and 

[ (((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 1) or INSRPMPA = 

1) and INSREGXA gt 299) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 2) or INSRPMPA = 

2) and INSREGXA gt 299) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 3) or INSRPMPA = 

3) and INSREGXA gt 299) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 4) or INSRPMPA = 

4) and INSREGXA gt 700) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 5) or INSRPMPA = 

5) and INSREGXA gt 700) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 6) or INSRPMPA = 

6) and INSREGXA gt 1500) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 7) or INSRPMPA = 

7) and INSREGXA gt 1500) or 
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(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 8) or INSRPMPA = 

8) and INSREGXA gt 3409) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 9) or INSRPMPA = 

9) and INSREGXA gt 4200) ] then goto ERR1_INSREGXA

ELSEIF POLICYYB = 300 and 

[ (((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 1) or INSRPMPA = 

1) and INSREGXA gt 99) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 2) or INSRPMPA = 

2) and INSREGXA gt 99) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 3) or INSRPMPA = 

3) and INSREGXA gt 99) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 4) or INSRPMPA = 

4) and INSREGXA gt 798) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 5) or INSRPMPA = 

5) and INSREGXA gt 798) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 6) or INSRPMPA = 

6) and INSREGXA gt 1576) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 7) or INSRPMPA = 

7) and INSREGXA gt 1576) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 8) or INSRPMPA = 

8) and INSREGXA gt 3180) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 9) or INSRPMPA = 

9) and INSREGXA gt 6170) ] then goto ERR1_INSREGXA

ELSEIF POLICYYB = 400 and 

[ (((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 1) or INSRPMPA = 

1) and INSREGXA gt 11) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 2) or INSRPMPA = 

2) and INSREGXA gt 29) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 3) or INSRPMPA = 

3) and INSREGXA gt 29) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 4) or INSRPMPA = 

4) and INSREGXA gt 461) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 5) or INSRPMPA = 

5) and INSREGXA gt 461) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 6) or INSRPMPA = 
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6) and INSREGXA gt 461) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 7) or INSRPMPA = 

7) and INSREGXA gt 461) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 8) or INSRPMPA = 

8) and INSREGXA gt 461) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 9) or INSRPMPA = 

9) and INSREGXA gt 798) ] then goto ERR1_INSREGXA

ELSEIF POLICYYB = 500 and 

[ (((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 1) or INSRPMPA = 

1) and INSREGXA gt 50) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 2) or INSRPMPA = 

2) and INSREGXA gt 60) or 

(((INSLSTTM = 1 and I_INSRPMPD = 3) or INSRPMPA = 

3) and INSREGXA gt 85) or 

14A INSEX3AX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

month, how much was paid?

Policy|Insurance | |Insurance|Paid|Payroll 

|Payment|Paid |Time

Number|Description|Type| Company | By 

|Deduction|Period |Total|Period|Payment

1,2: Goto ERR1_INSEX3AX

3-99999: IF (POLICYYB = 100 and INSEX3AX gt 3999) 

OR

 (POLICYYB = 200 and INSEX3AX gt 1500) 

OR 

 (POLICYYB = 300 and INSEX3AX gt 1576) 

OR

 (POLICYYB = 400 and INSEX3AX gt 461) 

OR 

 (POLICYYB = 500 and INSEX3AX gt 497) 

 then goto ERR1_INSEX3AX

 ELSE goto S14A_END

DK,RF: Goto S14A_END

14A S14A_END ** Not Displayed ** IF no more active policies in the table then exit block and 

 goto BTableB - S14B

ELSE goto PLCYSTIL for then next active policy
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14B ITEM 34 ? [F1]

(Do ^YOU_ANYMEM have any or pay for any -/Since 

the first of ^REF_MONTH have ^YOU_ANYMEM 

purchased o 

 Read each item on list

1. Life insurance or other policies which provide benefits 

in case of death or disability?

2. Homeowners' insurance?

3. Renters' insurance?

4. Automobile or other vehicle insurance?

5. Other types of non-health insurance?

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete a line

1-5: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto INSCOMP

99: Goto S14B_END

888: IF no more rows in the table then goto S14B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row of the table

14B PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

14B INSCOMP What is the name of the insurance company for your 

(life or disability/homeowners'/tenants'/vehicle/other 

type of insurance) policy?

 Enter name of insurance company, not the 

insurance agent.

Goto INSDESC

14B DESCRIPTION Briefly describe the policy. IF ITEM = 2 then goto INSPROP

ELSE goto PREMYOU
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14B INSPROP 1-20: IF any entry is higher than the number of properties

 or a blank answer list option then goto 

CK_INSPROP

 ELSE goto PREMYOU

99,DK,RF: Goto PREMYOU

14B PREMYOU (Do/Does) (you/your household) pay ANY portion of 

the premiums for this policy?

1. Yes

2. No

1, DK, RF: Goto PAYDEDPR

2: Goto PREMOUT

14B PREMOUT Who pays the policy premiums?

1. An employer or union?

2. Another group or persons outside your household?

Goto C
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14B PAYDEDPR Are any premiums paid through payroll deductions?

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto INSRPMPD

14B INSRPMPD How often are payments made( including payroll 

deductions?/?)

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

1-9: Goto INSRPMXB

10,DK,RF: Goto INSEXPBX
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14B INSRPMXB What is the amount currently paid (once a week/once 

every 2 weeks/twice a month/once a month/every 2 

months/every 3 months/every 4 months/every 6 

months/once a year)( including payroll deductions?/?)

IF INSRPMXB = 1 or 2 then goto ERR1_INSRPMXB

ELSEIF ITEM = 1 AND

( (INSRPMPD = 1 and INSRPMXB gt 120) or 

 (INSRPMPD = 2 and INSRPMXB gt 61) or 

 (INSRPMPD = 3 and INSRPMXB gt 300) or 

 ((INSRPMPD = 4 or 5) and INSRPMXB gt 1120)

or 

 ((INSRPMPD = 6-8) and INSRPMXB gt 3999) or 

 (INSRPMPD = 9 and INSRPMXB gt 6628) ) 

THEN

 goto ERR1_INSRPMXB

ELSEIF ITEM = 2 AND

( ((INSRPMPD = 1-3) and INSRPMXB gt 299) or 

 ((INSRPMPD = 4 or 5) and INSRPMXB gt 700) 

or 

 ((INSRPMPD = 6 or 7) and INSRPMXB gt 1500) 

or 

 (INSRPMPD = 8 and INSRPMXB gt 3409) or 

 (INSRPMPD = 9 and INSREGXA gt 4200) ) 

THEN

 goto ERR1_INSRPMXB

ELSEIF ITEM = 3 and 

( ((INSRPMPD = 1-3) and INSRPMXB gt 99) or 

((INSRPMPD = 4 or 5) and INSRPMXB gt 798) or 

((INSRPMPD = 6 or 7) and INSRPMXB gt 1576) or 

(INSRPMPD = 8 and INSRPMXB gt 3180) or 

(INSRPMPD = 9 and INSRPMXB gt 6170) ) THEN

 goto ERR1_INSRPMXB

ELSEIF ITEM = 4 AND

( (INSRPMPD = 1 and INSRPMXB gt 11) or 

((INSRPMPD = 2 or 3) and INSRPMXB gt 29) or 

((INSRPMPD = 4-8) and INSRPMXB gt 461) or 
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(INSRPMPD = 9 and INSRPMXB gt 798) ) THEN

 goto ERR1_INSRPMXB

ELSEIF ITEM = 5 AND

( (INSRPMPD = 1 and INSRPMXB gt 50) or 

(INSRPMPD = 2 and INSRPMXB gt 60) or 

(INSRPMPD = 3 and INSRPMXB gt 85) or 

(INSRPMPD = 4 and INSRPMXB gt 250) or 

(INSRPMPD = 5 and INSRPMXB gt 280) or 

((INSRPMPD = 6 or 7) and INSRPMXB gt 497) or 

(INSRPMPD = 8 and INSRPMXB gt 986) or 

(INSRPMPD = 9 and INSRPMXB gt 3837) ) THEN

 goto ERR1_INSRPMXB

ELSE Goto C

14B INSEXPBX Since the first of (reference month) not including this 

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.

IF INSEXPBX = 1 or 2 then goto ERR1_INSEXPBX

ELSEIF (ITEM = 1 and INSEXPBX gt 3999) OR 

 (ITEM = 2 and INSEXPBX gt 1500) OR 

 (ITEM = 3 and INSEXPBX gt 1576) OR 

 (ITEM = 4 and INSEXPBX gt 461) OR 

 (ITEM = 5 and INSEXPBX gt 497) 

 then goto ERR1_INSEXPBX

ELSE goto C

14B C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: Goto MORE

IF anything other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered

 then goto CK_C
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14B COMBCODE 34 ? [F1]

What other type of policy is the (Insurance type) 

combined with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Life insurance or other policies which provide benefits 

in case of death or disability

2. Homeowners' insurance

3. Renters' insurance

4. Automobile or other vehicle insurance

5. Other types of non-health insurance

77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)

IF 2 is selected then goto COMBPROP

ELSE goto MORE
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14B COMBPROP 1-20: IF any entry is higher than the number of properties

 or a blank answer list option then goto 

CK_COMBPROP

 ELSE goto MORE

99,DK,RF: Goto MORE

14B MORE (Do ^You_Anymem have any or make payments for 

any other ^inbdescription policy?/Did ^you_Anymem 

purchase or begin paying for any other 

^inbdescritpion

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF Row number = 100 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the table

2,DK,RF: IF Row number = 100 then goto S14B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next row of the table

14B S14B_END ** Not Displayed ** Goto section 15 - BSect15
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15 EDA_INTRO Goto BTableA.Brow.ITEM
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15 ITEM 35 ? [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. Recreational lessons or other instructions?

2. Preschool or child day care centers?

3. Tuition, including pre-paid 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 school books?

9. Purchase of school supplies or equipment not already 

reported?

10. Other school related expenses not already reported 

including the rental of any school books or equipment?

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

1-10: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

99: Goto S15_END

888: IF no more grid lines then goto S15_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid

15 PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

15 DESCRIPTION What was the expense for?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) 

(EDEXOXA)

Goto WHO
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15 WHO Was this expense for -

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) 

(EDEXOXA)

1. Someone inside the household?

2. Someone outside the household?

IF ITEM = 3, 8, or 10 then goto SCHOOL

ELSE goto MONTH

15 SCHOOL Goto MONTH
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15 MONTH REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry not in reference 

period 

 then goto ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

13,DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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15 AMOUNT (How much was paid?/How much is paid monthly?)

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) 

(EDEXOXA)

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and entry < 10 or entry > 544) 

 OR (ITEM = 2 and entry < 20 or entry > 2500) 

 OR (ITEM = 3 and entry < 28 or entry > 6000) 

 OR (ITEM = 4 and entry < 35 or entry > 3000) 

 OR (ITEM = 5 and entry < 10 or entry > 2500)

 OR (ITEM = 6 and entry < 10 or entry > 465)

 OR (ITEM = 7 and entry < 5 or entry > 1200)

 OR (ITEM = 8 and entry < 5 or entry > 500) 

 OR (ITEM = 9 and entry < 5 or entry > 500)

 OR (ITEM = 10 and entry < 5 or entry > 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: Goto C

15 C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: Goto REIMB

IF any entry other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered

 then goto CK_C
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15 COMBCODE 35 ? [F1]

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, including pre-paid 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 school books

9. Purchase of school supplies or equipment which has 

not already been reported

10. Other school related expenses not already reported 

including the rental of any school books or equipment

77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/DK)

Goto REIMB
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15 REIMB 1: Goto REIMBX

2,DK,RF: IF (ITEM = 1 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)) 

OR

 ((ITEM = 2 or 10) and (RT10.POPGRP = 03, 

04, 3, 

 or 4)) OR (ITEM = 5 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 

or 

 16)) OR (ITEM = 8 and (SCHOOL = 1 or 2) 

and 

 (RT10.POPGRP = 03, 04, 3 or 4)) OR

 (ITEM = 3 and (SCHOOL = 1-5) and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 

 03, 04, 3 or 4)) then goto EDASTORE

 ELSE Goto MORE

15 REIMBX IF entry lt 15 or gt EDEXOXA AND (not equal DK and not 

equal 

 RF) then goto ERR1_REIMBX

ELSEIF (ITEM = 1 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)) OR

 ((ITEM = 2 or 10) and (RT10.POPGRP = 03, 04, 3, 

or 4)) 

 OR (ITEM = 5 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)) OR

 (ITEM = 8 and (SCHOOL = 1 or 2) and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 

 03, 04, 3 or 4)) OR (ITEM = 3 and (SCHOOL = 1-5) 

and 

 (RT10.POPGRP = 03, 04, 3 or 4)) then goto 

EDASTORE

ELSE goto MORE

15 EDASTORE What is the name of the (Description)? ENTRY: IF ITEM = 1, 2, 3, or 5 then goto EDALOC

ELSEIF ITEM = 8 or 10 then goto EDAPURCH

DK, RF: Goto MORE
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15 EDAPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto EDALOC

15 EDALOC In what city is ^EDASTORE_fill located? Goto EDALOCST

15 EDALOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_EDALOCST

ELSE goto MORE

15 MORE Did you make any other payments for (Description)?

 Description Type Month Amount 

 (EDUDESC) (EDSHL_A) (EDMONTHA) 

(EDEXOXA) 

1. Yes

2. No

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 S15_END

 ELSE goto ITEM, next line of grid

15 S15_END ** Non displayed ** Goto Section 16 - BSECT16

16 SUB_INTRO 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 Month Amount

 (SUBDESC) (SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BTableA.Brow.ITEM
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16 ITEM SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

36 ? [F1]

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.

 Read each item on list.

 

SCREEN 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

36 ? [F1]

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 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

37 ? [F1]

Have you purchased any - 

 Read each item on list

 Report blank tapes, CDs, and DVDs in Section 

1-27: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

95: Goto next row

99: Goto S16_END

888: IF no more grid lines goto S16_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
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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. Fees for bike, electric scooter, or moped -sharing or 

rental

5. Vacation clubs

6. Civic, service, fraternal, or other social organizations

7. Credit card membership fees

8. Shopping club memberships including warehouse clubs 

like Sam's Club and discount memberships like Amazon 

Prime

9. Direct or online dating services

10. Single or season tickets to spectator sports events 

such as football, baseball, hockey racing, or track events

11. Single or season tickets to plays, operas, or concerts

12. Movie tickets

13. Tickets to parks or museums

14. Single copies of newspapers, magazines, or 

periodicals, including digital

15. Subscriptions to newspapers, magazines, or 

periodicals, including digital

16. Books, digital books, or book subscriptions. Do not 

include school books or reference books.

17. Photo printing or processing

18. Photographic film or disposable cameras

19. Purchased music files, CDs, or records

20. Sirius or XM satellite radio service

21. Subscription music services such as Spotify or 

Pandora

22. Purchased video files, Blu-Ray discs, or DVDs

23. Rented video files or DVDs or streaming video 

subscription
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16 PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

16 DESCRIPTION (What is the name of the (Description))? / )

(* Ask if not apparent: Describe the item./ )

 Description Month Amount

 (SUBDESC) (SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)

Goto WHO

16 WHO Was this purchase for your household or someone 

outside your household?

 Description Month Amount

 (SUBDESC) (SUBMO) (SUBEXPX) 

1. For household

2. For someone outside your household

Goto MONTH

16 MONTH In what month did you have this expense?

(* Enter 13 for same amount each month of the 

reference period/ )

 Description Month Amount

 (SUBDESC) (SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)

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/ )

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF entry not in reference 

period 

 then goto ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

13: IF ITEM = 3, 5-7, 10-13, 17-19, 22, 24, 26, or 27 then 

 goto CK_MONTH 

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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16 AMOUNT (What was the total amount of this expense?/What is 

^YR_YRCUS monthly expense?) ((Include shipping 

and handling fees./ ))

(Include ticket/admission service fees and surcharges/ )

 Description Month Amount

 (SUBDESC) (SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)

If (ITEM = 1 or 2 and (entry < 5 or entry > 1060)) OR 

 (ITEM = 3 or 4 and (entry < 6 or entry > 750)) OR 

 (ITEM = 5 and (entry < 800 or entry > 10000)) OR 

 (ITEM = 6-8 and (entry < 5 or entry > 300)) OR 

 (ITEM = 9 and (entry < 5 or entry > 1200)) OR 

 (ITEM = 10 and (entry < 5 or entry > 2500)) OR 

 (ITEM = 11 and (entry < 5 or entry > 720)) OR 

 (ITEM = 12 and (entry < 1 or entry > 100)) OR 

 (ITEM = 13 and (entry < 5 or entry > 320)) OR 

 (ITEM = 14 and (entry < 5 or entry > 250)) OR 

 (ITEM = 15 and (entry < 7 or entry > 145)) OR 

 (ITEM = 16 and (entry < 5 or entry > 300)) OR 

 (ITEM = 17 and (entry < 5 or entry > 150)) OR 

 (ITEM = 18 and (entry < 5 or entry > 100)) OR

 (ITEM = 19 and (entry < 1 or entry > 250)) OR

 (ITEM = 20 and (entry < 5 or entry > 500)) OR

 (ITEM = 21 and (entry < 1 or entry > 100)) OR

 (ITEM = 22 and (entry < 1 or entry > 209)) OR

 (ITEM = 23 and (entry < 1 or entry > 150)) OR

 (ITEM = 24 and (entry < 8 or entry > 200)) OR

 (ITEM = 25 and (entry < 8 or entry > 390)) OR

 (ITEM = 26 and (entry < 1 or entry > 30)) OR

 (ITEM = 27 and (entry < 1 or entry > 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, 22, 23, or 26, goto C

ELSEIF (ITEM = 1, 2, 5, 6, or 8) AND (RT10.POPGRP = 

13 or

 14) then goto SUBPURCH

ELSEIF ((ITEM = 3, 7, 10-16) and (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 
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14)) OR

 ((ITEM = 17 or 18) and (RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 

or 

 06)) OR (ITEM = 24 and (RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 

01 or 

 02)) OR (ITEM = 4, 20, or 25 and (RT10.POPGRP 

= 11 or 12)) 

 then goto SUBSTORE

ELSE goto MORE

16 C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: IF (ITEM = 19, 22 or 23) AND (RT10.POPGRP 

= 11 or 

 12) OR (ITEM = 26 and (RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 

07 or 

 08))then goto SUBSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

If anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered goto 

CK_C

16 COMBCODE IF (ITEM = 19, 22 or 23) AND (RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12) 

OR 

 (ITEM = 26 and (RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08)) then 

 goto SUBSTORE

ELSE goto MORE
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16 SUBSTORE IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM", then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF (ENTRY = DK or RF) OR ITEM = 7 then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ITEM = 10-13 then goto SUBLOC

ELSE goto SUBPURCH

16 SUBPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto SUBLOC

16 SUBLOC In what city is (business description) located? Goto SUBLOCST

16 SUBLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_SUBLOCST

ELSEIF ITEM = 10-13 then goto SUBTIC

ELSE goto MORE

16 SUBTIC Were the tickets purchased directly from (business 

description) or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: Goto TCKPURCH

2: Goto TCKTCOMP

16 TCKTCOMP Goto TCKPURCH
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16 TCKPURCH Were the tickets paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: IF SUBTIC = 2 then goto TCKTLOC

 ELSE goto MORE

16 TCKTLOC In what city is (Ticket Company) located? Goto TKTLOCST

16 TKTLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_TKTLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

16 MORE Did you (purchase/pay for renting/pay for) any other 

(description)? 

 Description Month Amount

 (SUBDESC) (SUBMO) (SUBEXPX)

1. Yes

2. No

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

16 S16_END ** Non Displayed ** Goto Section 17 - BSect17

17A ANYOUTSD 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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMOUTSD

2,DK,RF: IF I_17Acoun gt 0 then goto TBLSECT17A_1

 ELSE goto ANYTRIPS

17A NUMOUTSD How many? Goto ANYYUPD
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17A ANYYUPD 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

1: Goto FOODYUPD

2,DK,RF: IF I_17Acoun gt 0 then goto TBLSECT17A_1

 ELSE goto ANYTRIPS

17A FOODYUPD Did these expenses include anything for . . .

 . . . Food and beverages? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LODGYUPD

17A LODGYUPD Did these expenses include anything for . . .

 . . . Lodging? 

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TRANYUPD

17A TRANYUPD Did these expenses include anything for . . .

 . . . Transportation?

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ELSEYUPD
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17A ELSEYUPD Did these expenses include . . .

 . . . Anything else?

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRAELSE

2,DK,RF: Goto TOTYUPDX

17A TRAELSE Goto TOTYUPDX

17A TOTYUPDX What was the total amount of these expenses? 1-99999999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 1200 then goto 

ERR1_TOTYUPDX

 ELSEIF I_17Acoun gt 0 then goto 

TBLSECT17A_1

 ELSE goto ANYTRIPS

DK,RF: IF I_17Acoun gt 0 then goto TBLSECT17A_1

 ELSE goto ANYTRIPS

17A1 PLACENAME ** SHOW ONLY **
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17A1 ENDTRP1 (Last interview you reported (# of unfinished trips) 

(trip/trips) which had not yet ended. I'd like to ask 

about (that trip/those trips) now. / ) 

In what month did your trip to (place word for 

8500.TRIPPLAC) end?

 Destination Ended How paid Number of trips

 (TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) 

(NUMTRIPS)

 

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

0: IF no more unended trips then exit block and 

 goto ANYTRIPS

 ELSE goto next line on grid

 

REF_MONTH - CUR_MONTH: IF ENDTRP1 is not within 

reference 

 period then goto 

ERR3_ENDTRP1

 ELSE goto ANYBOTH1

DK,RF: Goto ANYBOTH1

17A1 ANYBOTH1 Did a business, employer, or any other nonhousehold member pay any of 

the costs for this trip?

 

1. Yes

2. No

IF no more unended trips then exit the block and 

 goto ANYTRIPS

ELSE goto ENDTRP1, next line of grid
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17A2 ANYTRIPS 38 ? [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:

 * 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

1: Goto TRPPLACE

2,DK,RF: Goto S17A_END

17A2 TRIPPLAC Where did (you/your household) go?

 Enter 888 to delete the trip

 Destination Ended How paid Number of 

trips

 (TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) 

(NUMTRIPS)

30 characters: Goto DESTCODE

888: Goto S18MORE

17A2 DESTCODE 2 character state abbrev.,DK,RF: Goto ENDTRP2

X: Goto FOREIGN

17A2 PLACE ** SHOW ONLY **
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17A2 FOREIGN Goto ENDTRP2
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17A2 ENDTRP2 0: Goto S18MORE

REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF trip is not within the 

reference

 period, then goto 

ERR3_ENDTRP2

 ELSE goto MORTHONE

DK,RF: Goto MORTHONE

17A2 MORTHONE Did you take more than one trip to (trip destination) in 

(month trip ended)?

 Destination Ended How paid Number of 

trips

 (TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) 

(NUMTRIPS)

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMTRIPS

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYBOTH2
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17A2 NUMTRIPS How many times did you go to (trip destination) 

 in (month trip ended)?

 Destination Ended How paid Number of 

trips

 (TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) 

(NUMTRIPS)

Goto ANYBOTH2

17A2 ANYBOTH2 Were any of the expenses for (this trip/these trips) 

paid for

by anyone outside of your household?

 Destination Ended How paid Number of 

trips

 (TRPPLACE) (ENDTRP2) (ANYBOTH2) 

(NUMTRIPS)

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto S18MORE

17A2 S17MORE 1: Goto TRIPPLAC, next line on the grid

2,DK,RF: Goto S17A_END
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17A S17A_END ** Non Displayed ** IF (ANYBOTH1 = 1,2,DK or RF) or (ANYBOTH2 = 1,2,DK 

or RF)

 for any trips goto Section 17BC

ELSE goto Section 17E

17BC TRIPNUM ** SHOW ONLY **

17BC TRIPPLACE ** SHOW ONLY **

17BC NUMNIGHT (Now I'm going to ask you about the (trip/trips) that 

(you/your household) took to (place) ending in 

(days)/You 

(Since (you/your CU) took a set of similar trips to (Trip 

destination) in (month trip ended) , I wil 

How many nights did (you/you or any members of 

your household) spend away from home on (these 

trips/this trip)?

 Enter 0 for none

 Enter 888 to delete this trip

0-800: IF entry gt 90 then goto ERR1_NUMNIGHT

 ELSE goto PKGTRIP

DK,RF: Goto PKGTRIP

888: Goto S18BC_END

17BC PKGTRIP (Sometimes when people take a trip they have some 

sort of package deal that covers some or all of the 

costs./ ) 

 

Was all or part of (these trips/this trip) covered by a 

package deal?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FOODDEAL

2,DK,RF: Goto TRPTRNS
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17BC FOODDEAL Did the package deal include . . .

 . . . Food and beverages? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LODGDEAL

17BC LODGDEAL Did the package deal include . . .

 . . . Lodging? 

 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TRANDEAL

17BC TRANDEAL Did the package deal include . . .

 . . . Transportation? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ELSEDEAL

17BC ELSEDEAL Did the package deal include . . .

 . . . Anything else? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRBELSE

2,DK,RF: Goto PKGTRIPX

17BC TRBELSE Goto PKGTRIPX
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17BC PKGTRIPX How much did (you/your household) pay for the 

package deal?

1-999999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 7000 then goto 

ERR1_PKGTRIPX

 ELSE goto TRPTRNS

DK,RF: Goto TRPTRNS

17BC TRPTRNS 38 ? [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

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)

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
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17BC CMLOCALX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) spend for local transportation (taxi, etc.)

(other than what the package deal covered/ )?

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

ELSEIF 11 is selected in TRPTRNS then goto RTOTHERX

ELSEIF 12-14 are selected in TRPTRNS then goto 

ANYGAS

ELSE goto LODGING

17BC CMPLANEX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) spend for airfare (other than what the 

package deal covered/ )?

IF entry = 1-25 or gt 7500 and <> 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
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17BC CMTRAINX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) spend for train fare (other than what the 

package deal covered/ )?

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

17BC CMBUSX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) spend for bus fare (other than what the 

package deal covered/ )?

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
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17BC CMSHIPX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) spend for ship fare (other than what the 

package deal covered/ )?

IF entry gt 2800 and ne DK or RF, then 

 goto ERR1_CMSHIPX 

ELSEIF (RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01 or 02) AND 

(DESTCODE <> X or 

 (DESTCODE = X and FOREIGN = 5)) then goto 

SHPSTORE

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

17B SHPSTORE ENTRY: Goto SHPRSRV

DK, RF: IF 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
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17BC SHPRSRV Was the reservation made directly with (cruise line or 

ship travel company) or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: IF uppercase entry in SHPSTORE contains 

.COM then 

 IF 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

 ELSE goto SHPPURCH

2: Goto SHPRCOMP

17B SHPRCOMP IF uppercase entry contains ".COM" then 

 IF 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

ELSE goto SHPPURCH
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17BC SHPPURCH Was this reservation made -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF 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

2: Goto SHPRLOC

17BC SHPRLOC In what city is (Company name) located? Goto SPRLOCST

17BC SPRLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_SPRLOCST

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
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17BC 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 covered/ 

)?

 (* Do not include any rental costs already 

collected in Section 9 / )

IF entry gt 1400 and ne DK or RF then goto 

ERR1_RTCARX

ELSEIF ((RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 or 06) AND 

DESTCODE ne X) 

 then goto RTCSTORE

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

ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC RTCSTORE ENTRY: Goto RTCPKUP

DK, RF: IF 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

 ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC RTCPKUP In what city was the vehicle picked up? Goto RTPKUPST
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17BC RTPKUPST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_RTPKUPST

ELSEIF entry is not XX then goto RTCRSRV

ELSE 

 IF 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

 ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC RTCRSRV Was the reservation made directly with (rental car 

company) or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: IF uppercase entry in RTCSTORE does not 

 contain ".COM' then goto RTCPURCH

 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

 ELSE goto ANYGAS 

2: Goto RTCRCOMP
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17BC RTCRCOMP IF uppercase entry contains does not ".COM" and is not 

DK or 

 RF then goto RTCPURCH

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

ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC RTCPURCH Was this reservation made -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF 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

 ELSE goto ANYGAS 

2: IF RTCRCOMP = RESPONSE then goto RTCRLOC

 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

 ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC RTCRLOC In what city is (Reservation company) located? Goto RTRLOCST
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17BC RTRLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_RTRLOCST

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

ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC 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 9/ )

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

17BC 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/ )?

 (*Do not include any rental costs already collected 

in Section 9 / )

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

17BC RTBOATX 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/ )?

 (* Do not include any rental costs already 

collected in Section 9 / )

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
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17BC RTCAMPX 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/ )?

 (* Do not include any rental costs already 

collected in Section 9 / )

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

17BC RTOTHERX 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/ )?

 (* Do not include any rental costs already 

collected in Section 9 / )

IF entry gt 870 and ne DK or RF then goto 

ERR1_RTOTHERX

ELSE goto ANYGAS

17BC ANYGAS 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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto GASOILX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYTOLL

17BC GASOILX (How much did ^YOU_ANYMEM spend for that?/What 

costs for gasoline or other fuels won't be 

reimbursed?)

IF entry = 1 or gt 499 and <> DK or RF then goto 

ERR1_GASOILX

ELSEIF POPGROUP = (11 or 12) AND DESTCODE <> 'X' 

then 

 goto GTRSTORE

ELSE goto ANYTOLL

GTRSTORE At what station or store did (you/you or any members 

of your household) last purchase gasoline on your 

trip? 

 

 Enter store or station name

ENTRY: Goto GTRLOC

DK,RF: Goto ANYTOLL
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GTRLOC In what city is (Gas Store) located? Goto GTRLOCST

17BC GTRLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then goto 

CK_GTRLOCST

ELSE Goto ANYTOLL

17BC ANYTOLL While on the trip, did (you/you or any members of 

your household) spend anything for tolls, not already 

reported?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPTOLLX

2,DK,RF Goto ANYPARK

17BC TRPTOLLX (How much did ^YOU_ANYMEM spend for tolls?/What 

costs for tolls won't be reimbursed?)

IF entry gt 50 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPTOLLX

ELSEIF (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 14) and DESTCODE <> 

X then 

 goto TOLSTORE

ELSE goto ANYPARK

17B TOLSTORE ENTRY: Goto TOLLOC

DK,RF: Goto ANYPARK

17BC TOLLOC What is the city? Goto TOLLOCST

17BC TOLLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_TOLLOCST

ELSE goto ANYPARK
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17BC ANYPARK Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

have any parking fees?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PARKINGX

2,DK,RF: Goto LODGING

17BC PARKINGX (How much were they?/What cost for parking fees 

won't be reimbursed?)

IF entry gt 100 and (<> DK and <> RF) then goto 

ERR1_PARKINGX

ELSEIF (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 14) AND DESTCODE <> 

X then 

 goto TRPPKLOC

ELSE goto LODGING

17BC TRPPKLOC Goto TRPKLC

17BC TRPKLC What is the city? Goto TRPKLCST

17BC TRPKLCST IF not a valid state abbreviation then goto CK_TRPKLCST

ELSE goto TRPPKSTR

17BC TRPPKSTR Goto LODGING

17BC TRIPNUM ** SHOW ONLY **

17BC TRIPPLACE ** SHOW ONLY **
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17BC LODGING Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

spend anything for hotels, 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

1: Goto LDGCOSTX

2,DK,RF: Goto TRPFOOD

17BC LDGCOSTX (What was the cost, including taxes and tips?/What 

costs for lodging, including taxes and tips, won't be 

reimbursed?)

IF entry = 1-25 or gt 2500 and (<> DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_LDGCOSTX

ELSEIF (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 14) AND DESTCODE <> 

X then 

 goto HOTEL

ELSE goto TRPFOOD

17B HOTEL ENTRY: Goto HOTLOC

DK,RF: Goto TRPFOOD

17BC HOTLOC In what city did you stay? Goto HOTLOCST

17BC HOTLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_HOTLOCST

ELSE goto HOTRSRV

17BC HOTRSRV Was the reservation made directly with (Hotel name) 

or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: Goto HOTPURCH

2: Goto HOTRVCOM

17B HOTRVCOM Goto HOTPURCH
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17BC HOTPURCH Was the reservation made -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto TRPFOOD

2: IF HOTRSRV = 2 then goto HOTRVLOC

 ELSE goto TRPFOOD

17BC HOTRVLOC In what city is (Hotel reservation company) located? Goto HTRVLCST

17BC HTRVLCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_HTRVLCST

ELSE goto TRPFOOD

17BC TRPFOOD 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/ )?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPFOODX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYGROC

17BC TRPFOODX (What was the cost, including taxes and tips?/What 

costs for these things won't be reimbursed?)

IF entry gt 700 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPFOODX

ELSE goto TRPALCIN

17BC TRPALCIN Was any of the (amount/$ (entry in TRPFOODX) for 

alcoholic beverages? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPALCHX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYGROC

17BC TRPALCHX (What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including 

taxes and trips?/What costs for alcoholic beverages, 

including taxes and tips, won't be reimburs

IF entry gt 210 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPALCHX

ELSE goto ANYGROC
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17BC ANYGROC 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

1: Goto TRPGROCX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYSPEQP

17BC TRPGROCX (What were the expenses, including taxes?/What 

costs, including taxes, won't be reimbursed?)

IF entry gt 300 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPGROCX

ELSE goto ANYALC

17BC ANYALC Was any of the (amount/$ (entry in TRPGROCX) ) for 

alcoholic beverages?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPALCGX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYSPEQP

17BC TRPALCGX (What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including 

taxes?/What costs for alcoholic beverages, including 

taxes, won't be reimbursed?)

IF entry gt 150 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPALCGX

ELSE goto ANYSPEQP

17BC ANYSPEQP 39 ? [F1]

Did (you/you or any members of your household) pay 

any fees to play sports, exercise, or rent any sports 

equipment 

(not counting what the package deal covered/ )?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPSPRTX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYENTER

17BC TRPSPRTX (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?) 

IF entry gt 600 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPSPRTX

ELSE goto ANYENTER
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17BC ANYENTER 39 ? [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/ )? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPETRTX

2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto 

BlkSection17_BC_3.CHKTCOMB

17BC TRPETRTX (How much did (you/you or any member of your CU) 

spend?/What costs for entertainment and admissions 

won't be reimbursed?)

IF entry gt 682 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPETRTX

ELSE exit block and goto 

BlkSection17_BC_3.CHKTCOMB

17BC TRIPNUM ** SHOW ONLY **

17BC TRIPPLACE ** SHOW ONLY **

17BC CHKTCOMB 1: Goto TCOMBEST

2: Goto TRPGFTC

17BC TCOMBEST (Only those expenses the respondent could not 

provide individual expenses for should be combined and 

entered here./ 

IF entry gt 6000 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TCOMBEST

ELSE goto FOODCOMB

17BC FOODCOMB Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything 

for . . .

 . . . Food? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LODGCOMB
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17BC LODGCOMB Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for . 

. .

 . . . Lodging 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TRANCOMB

17BC TRANCOMB Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for 

. . .

 . . .Transportation? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ELSECOMB

17BC ELSECOMB Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include anything for 

. . .

 . . . Other expenses? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto OTHRCOMB

17BC OTHRCOMB Does this ($ (entry in TCOMBEST) ) include . . . 

 . . . Any expenses for others?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TRPGFTC

17BC TRPGFTC (You've told me about many expenses (you/you or 

your CU) had on this trip. Were any of these expens

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRPGTCX

2,DK,RF: Goto S17BC_END
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17BC TRPGFTCX (How much of the total expenses for this trip were for 

persons outside your CU?/How much of the tota

IF entry gt 1100 and (ne DK or RF) then goto 

ERR1_TRPGFTCX

ELSE goto S17BC_END

17BC S17BC_END IF more trips with flganyboth = 2 then go to NUMNIGHT for 

the next trip

ELSEIF more trips with flganyboth = 1 then go to 

NUMNIGHT for the next trip

ELSE goto Section 17E - BlkSect17_E

17E ANYNONCU 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 

(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? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FOODNOCU

2,DK,RF: Goto S17E_END

17E FOODNOCU Did these expenses include anything for...

 . . . Food and beverages?

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LODGNOCU

17E LODGNOCU Did these expenses include anything for...

 . . . Lodging? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TRANNOCU
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17E TRANNOCU Did these expenses include anything for...

 . . . Transportation? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ELSENOCU

17E ELSENOCU Did these expenses include ...

 . . . Anything else? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto TRNONCUX

17E TRNONCUX What was the total amount that (you/your household) 

paid for those trips?

IF entry lt 25 or gt 3000 and (<> DK and <> RF) then 

 goto ERR1_TRNONCUX

ELSE goto S17E_END

17E S17E_END Exit block and goto ANYLOC

17F 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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto BlkSect17_F.NUMLOC

2,DK,RF: Goto S17F_END

18F NUMLOC How many nights did (you/you or any members of 

your household) spend away from home on this stay?

Goto ANYLOCDL
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18F ANYLOCDL 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

1: Goto FOODLCDL

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYLODGE

18F FOODLCDL Did the package deal include anything for. . .

 . . . Food and beverages? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LODGLCDL

18F LODGLCDL Did the package deal include anything for. . .

 . . .Lodging? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ENTRLCDL

18F ENTRLCDL Did the package deal include anything for. . .

 . . . Entertainment?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ELSELCDL

18F ELSELCDL Did the package deal include . . .

 . . . Anything else?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRFELSE

2,DK,RF: Goto LOCDEALX
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18F TRFELSE Goto LOCDEALX

18F LOCDEALX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) pay for the package deal?

IF entry gt 1500 and (ne DK or RF) then goto

ERR1_LOCDEALX

ELSE goto ANYLODGE

18F 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/ )?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LOCLODGX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYMEAL

18F LOCLODGX What was the cost, including taxes and tips? IF entry lt 22 or gt 648 and (<> DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_LOCLODGX

ELSEIF RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto LHTLSTOR

ELSE goto ANYMEAL

18F LHTLSTOR ENTRY: Goto LHTLLOC

DK,RF: Goto ANYMEAL

18F LHTLLOC In what city did you stay? Goto LHTLOCST

18F LHTLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_LHTLOCST

ELSE goto LOCSTRSV

18F LOCSTRSV Was the reservation made directly with (Hotel name) 

or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: Goto LHTPURCH

2: Goto LHTRCOMP
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18F LHTRCOMP Goto LHTPURCH

18F LHTPURCH Was the reservation made -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto ANYMEAL

2: IF LOCSTRSV = 2 then goto LHRCOLOC

 ELSE goto ANYMEAL

18F LHRCOLOC In what city is (Reservation company name) located? Goto LHRLOCST

18F LHRLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_ LHRLOCST

ELSE gGoto ANYMEAL

18F ANYMEAL 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/ )?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LOCMEALX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYLCGR

18F LOCMEALX What was the cost, including taxes and tips? IF entry lt 6 or gt 1000 and (ne DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_LOCMEALX

ELSE goto ANYALCML

18F ANYALCML Was any of the (amount/(entry in LOCMEALX)) for 

alcoholic beverages?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto ALCMEALX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYLCGR

18F ALCMEALX What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including 

taxes and tips?

IF entry lt 5 or gt 388 and (ne DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_ALCMEALX

ELSE goto ANYLCGR
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18F ANYLCGR Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

spend anything for food or beverages at 

grocery stores, convenience stores, or liquor stores?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LOCGROCX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYADMIS

18F LOCGROCX What were the expenses, including taxes? IF entry lt 5 or gt 600 and (Ne DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_LOCGROCX

ELSE goto ANYALCGR

18F ANYALCGR Was any of the (amount/ entry in LOCGROCX) for 

alcoholic beverages?

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto ALCGROCX

2,DK,RF: Goto ANYADMIS

18F ALCGROCX What was the cost for alcoholic beverages, including 

taxes?

IF entry lt 5 or gt 270 and (Ne DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_ALCGROCX

ELSE goto ANYADMIS

18F ANYADMIS 39 ? [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/ )?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LOCADMSX

2,DK,RF: Goto LOCCOMBX

18F LOCADMSX How much did (you/you or any members of your 

household) pay?

IF entry lt 5 or gt 290 and (Ne DK or RF) then 

 goto ERR1_LOCADMSX

ELSE goto LOCCOMBX
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18F CHKFCOMB Are there combined expenses for food/beverages, 

lodging,

 transportation, or other things?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LOCCOMBX

2: Goto DIDYOU

18F LOCCOMBX 1-99999999: IF entry lt 5 or gt 210 then goto 

ERR1_LOCCOMBX

 ELSE goto FOODLCCM

DK,RF: Goto FOODLCCM

18F FOODLCCM Does this include anything for. . .

 . . . Food and beverages?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LODGLCCM

18F LODGLCCM Does this include anything for . . 

 . . . Lodging?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ENTRLCCM
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18F ENTRLCCM Does this include anything for . . 

 . . . Entertainment?

 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto ELSELCCM

18F ELSELCCM Does this include any . . .

 . . . Other expenses?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto DIDYOU

18F DIDYOU Did (you/you or any members of your household)

have any other stays at local hotels or motels?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NUMLOC, next row

2,DK,RF: Exit block and goto S18F_END

17F S17F_END Goto Section 18 - BSECT18

18A S18A_INTRO Now I am going to ask about clothing and related 

expenses. First, let's start with some selected items 

and services. 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 Month Amount 

 (CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLOTHXD)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BSECT18.BTABLEA.BROW.ITEM
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18A ITEM 40 ? [F1]

Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) had expenses for 

any of the following items, either for members of your 

household or for someone outside your household?

 

 Read each item on list.

1. Purchase of any suits or tuxedos for men, 16 or older?

2. Purchase of any watches?

3. Purchase of any jewelry?

4. Shoe repair or other shoe services?

5. Watch or jewelry repair?

6. Repairs, alterations, or tailoring for clothing and 

accessories?

7. Rental of any clothing or accessories, including 

tuxedos?

8. Storage outside the home, just for clothing?

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

1-8: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 IF ITEM = 1-3 then goto WHO

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

99: Goto S18A_END

888: IF no more row then goto S18A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next row in the table

09B PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

18A DESCRIPTION Goto WHO
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18A WHO Was this for (you/your household) or for someone 

outside your household?

 Description Month Amount

 (CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)

1. Your household

2. Someone outside your household

Goto MONTH

18A MONTH When did you purchase (this/this service)?

 Description Month Amount

 (CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)

1. January

2. February

3. March

4. April

5. May

6. June

7. July

8. August

9. September

10. October

11. November

12. December

REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF Entry is not within 

reference 

 period then goto 

ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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18A AMOUNT How much did it cost?

 Description Month Amount

 (CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT lt 18 or gt 1000) 

OR

 (ITEM = 2 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 450) OR

 (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1800) 

OR

 (ITEM = 4-8 and 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

18A TAX Did this include sales tax?

 Description Month Amount

 (CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)

1. Yes

2. No

Goto C

18A C C: Goto COMBCODE

EMPTY: IF (ITEM = 1 and [RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 or 

06]) OR 

 ((ITEM = 2-7) and [RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 

or 08]) OR 

 (ITEM = 8 and [RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16])

 then goto CLBSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

IF anything other than a 'C' or the enter key is entered

 then goto CK_C
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18A COMBCODE 40 ? [F1] 

 What (is/other clothing services is) (Item 

Description) combined with?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

 Description Month Amount

 CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)

1. Purchase of any suits or tuxedos for men, 16 or older

2. Purchase of any watches

3. Purchase of any Jewelry

4. Shoe repair or other shoe services

5. Watch or jewelry repair

6. Repairs, alterations, or tailoring for clothing or 

accessories

7. Rental of any clothing or accessories, including 

tuxedos.

8. Storage outside the home, just for clothing

77. Misc. combined (unable to specify/ DK)

IF (ITEM = 1 and [RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05 or 06]) or

 ((ITEM = 2-7) and [RT10.POPGRP = 7, 8, 07 or 08]) or

 (ITEM = 8 and [RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16])

 then goto CLBSTORE

ELSE goto MORE

18A CLBSTORE IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then 

 goto ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto MORE

ELSE goto CLBPURCH
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18A CLBPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto CLBLOC

18A CLBLOC In what city is (Store Description) located? Goto CLBLOCST

18A CLBLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_CLBLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

18A MORE Did you have any other expenses for (Clothing 

Service Description)?

 Description Month Amount

 (CLODESCD) (CLOTHMOD) (CLSRVCX)

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF ROW number = 15 then goto ERR_MAX

 ELSE goto ITEM next row in the table

2,DK,RF: IF ROW number = 15 then goto S18A_END

 ELSE goto ITEM next row in the table

18A S18A_END Exit block and goto ADLTCLOX

18B ADLTCLOX Now I am going to ask about clothing, footwear, and 

accessory expenses for your household.

 

Since the first of (reference month), how much 

(have/has) (you/your household) spent on ALL 

OTHER clothing, footwear, and accessories for 

(yourself/the following people in your household)?

 

(Names of person 18+)

IF ADLTCLOX = 1-4 or gt 249 then goto 

ERR1_ADLTCLOX

ELSEIF there are active CU members with age = 0-17 or 

age2 = 1

 then goto CHLDCLOX

ELSE goto CLOGFTX
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18B CHLDCLOX Since the first of (reference month), how much 

(have/has) (you/your household) spent on ALL 

OTHER clothing, footwear, and accessories for 

(Childs name/the following people in your 

household)? 

 

(Names of person 0-17)

IF CHLDCLOX = 1-4 or gt 249 then goto 

ERR1_CHLDCLOX

ELSE goto CLOGFTX

18B CLOGFTX Since the first of (reference month), how much 

(have/has) (you/your household) spent on ALL 

OTHER clothing, footwear, and accessories for those 

outside of your household?

IF CLOGFTX = 1-4 or gt 249 then goto ERR1_CLOGFTX

ELSE goto S18_SectComp

18 S18_SectComp Exit block and goto Section 19 - BSECT19

19A S19A_INTRO 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 Amount Month 

 (MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO) 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BTableA.Brow.ITEM
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19A ITEM Screen 1 ------------------------------------------------------------

41 ? [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?

 Read each item on list.

 

SCREEN 2 -------------------------------------------------------------

-----

42 ? [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.

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?

1-24: IF ITEM ne Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE 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
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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? 

Do not include pet food.

18. Pet services?

19. Veterinarian expenses for pets?

20. Catering?

21. Arrangement of live entertainment for special 

occasions?

22. Rental of party supplies?

23. Purchase or upkeep of cemetery lots or vaults?

24. Funerals, burials, or cremation?

95. Continue List

99. None/No more entries

888. Delete the line

19A PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

19A DESCRIPTION What was the expense for?

 Description Amount Month 

 (MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO)

Goto MONTH
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19A MONTH In what month did you have this expense?

(* Enter 13 for same amount each month of the 

reference period)

 Description Amount Month 

 (MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO) 

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. ^S19A_13Option

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

19A WHO Was this expense for someone inside or outside your 

household? 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO) 

 

 

1. For household

2. For someone outside your household

Goto AMOUNT
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19A AMOUNT (What was the total amount of this expense?/What is 

your monthly expense?)

(* Do not include legal fees related to real estate 

closing costs reported in Section 3./ ) 

 Description Amount Month 

 (MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO) 

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 300)

 or (ITEM = 2 and MISCEXPX lt 8 or gt 795) 

 or (ITEM = 3 and MISCEXPX lt 13 or gt 

5000)

 or (ITEM = 4 and MISCEXPX lt 25 or gt 

1000)

 or (ITEM = 5 and MISCEXPX lt 9 or gt 900) 

 or (ITEM = 6 and MISCEXPX lt 15 or gt 600)

 or (ITEM = 7 and MISCEXPX lt 20 or gt 

1260)

 or (ITEM = 8 and MISCEXPX lt 19 or gt 300)

 or (ITEM = 9 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 557)

 or (ITEM = 10 and MISCEXPX lt 9 or gt 

1800)

 or (ITEM = 11 and MISCEXPX gt 1300) 

 or (ITEM = 12 and MISCEXPX gt 600) 

 or (ITEM = 13 and MISCEXPX lt 10 or gt 

10700)

 or (ITEM = 14 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 550)

 or (ITEM = 15 and MISCEXPX lt 6 or gt 800) 

 or (ITEM = 16 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 214)

 or (ITEM = 17 and MISCEXPX lt 3 or gt 800)

 or (ITEM = 18 and MISCEXPX lt 8 or gt 700)

 or (ITEM = 19 and MISCEXPX lt 12 or gt 

1500)

 or (ITEM = 20 and MISCEXPX lt 14 or gt 

6840)

 or (ITEM = 21 and MISCEXPX lt 14 or gt 

7000)

 or (ITEM = 22 and MISCEXPX lt 14 or gt 

7000)

 or (ITEM = 23 and MISCEXPX lt 10 or gt 

3208)

 or (ITEM = 24 and MISCEXPX lt 5 or gt 

9000) 

 then goto ERR1_AMOUNT

 ELSEIF MISCCODE and the entry in AMOUNT 
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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

 ELSEIF (ITEM = 1 and (RT10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 

03, or 04)) OR

 (ITEM = 2 and (RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05, 

or 06)) OR

 ((ITEM = 3, 6, 7, or 10) and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01

 or 02) OR (ITEM = 4 and (RT10.POPGRP 

= 11 or 12)) 

 then goto MISSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

DK,RF: IF ITEM = 14-24 then goto C

 ELSEIF (ITEM = 1 and (RT10.POPGRP = 3, 4, 

03, or 04)) OR

 (ITEM = 2 and (RT10.POPGRP = 5, 6, 05, 

or 06)) OR

 ((ITEM = 3, 6, 7, or 10) and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 01

 or 02) OR (ITEM = 4 and 

(RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12)) 

 then goto MISSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE
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19A C C: Goto CombCode

EMPTY: IF ((ITEM = 14, 15, 23 or 24) and 

(RT800.POPGRP = 

 1, 2, 01 or 02) OR 

 (ITEM = 16 and (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 14)) 

OR

 (ITEM = 17 and (RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12)) 

OR

 ((ITEM = 18 or 19) and (RT10.POPGRP = 9, 

10 

 or 09)) OR

 (ITEM = 20 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)) 

then

 goto MISSTORE

 ELSE goto MORE

IF anything other than a 'C' or the Enter key is entered then 

goto CK_C
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19A CombCode IF ((ITEM = 14, 15, 23 or 24) and (RT10.POPGRP = 1, 2, 

01

 or 02) OR (ITEM = 16 and (RT10.POPGRP = 13 or 

14)) OR

 (ITEM = 17 and (RT10.POPGRP = 11 or 12)) OR

 ((ITEM = 18 or 19) and (RT10.POPGRP = 9, 10 or 09)) 

OR

 (ITEM = 20 and (RT10.POPGRP = 15 or 16)) then 

 goto MISSTORE 

ELSE goto MORE

19A MISSTORE IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or "GROUPON.COM" 

then goto 

 ERR_GROUPON

ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then goto 

MORE

ELSEIF ENTRY = DK or RF then goto MORE

ELSE goto MISPURCH
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19A MISPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MORE

2: Goto MISLOC

19A MISLOC In what city is ^MISSTORE_fill located? Goto MISLOCST

019A MISLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_MISLOCST

ELSE goto MORE

19A MORE Did you have any other expenses for (description)?

 Description Amount Month 

 (MISCDESC) (MISCEXPX) (MISCMO) 

1. Yes

2. No

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

19A S19A_END Goto S19ALP_Flags

S19A_END

1. Yes

2. No

19B S19B_INTRO Now I am going to ask about payments and 

contributions to persons outside of your household.

 Description Month Amount 

 (CONTDESC) (CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto BSECT19.BTABLEB.BROW.ITEM
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19B ITEM 43 ? [F1]

SCREEN 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 

- - - - - - - - - - - - 

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 . . .

 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 

1-9: IF ITEM <> Item2Shadow then goto CK_ITEM

 ELSE goto DESCRIPTION

95: Goto next row

99: Goto S19B_END

888: IF no more grid lines then goto S19B_END

 ELSE goto ITEM - next line of grid
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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

19B PreFill ** SHOW ONLY **

19B DESCRIPTION What was the (payment/contribution/stimulus 

payment) for?

 Description Month Amount

 (CONTDESC) (CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)

Goto MONTH
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19B MONTH In what month (did you make the payment/did you 

make the contribution/was the stimulus payment 

received)?

 (did you make the payment/did you make the 

contribution/was the stimulus payment received)2

 Description Month Amount

 (CONTDESC) (CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)

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. ^CONTMO_Fill13

REF_MONTH-CUR_MONTH: IF entry is not within the 

reference

 period then goto 

ERR3_MONTH

 ELSE goto AMOUNT

13,DK,RF: Goto AMOUNT
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19B AMOUNT (What was the total amount of the 

(payment/contribution)/What is the monthly 

(payment/contribution))? 

 Description Month Amount

 (CONTDESC) (CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)

1-999999: IF (ITEM = 1 and AMOUNT lt 20 or gt 3000) 

OR 

 (ITEM = 2 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 2300) OR

 (ITEM = 3 and AMOUNT lt 55 or gt 3600) OR

 (ITEM = 4 and AMOUNT lt 40 or gt 8000) OR

 (ITEM = 5 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1500) OR

 (ITEM = 6 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 1000) OR

 (ITEM = 7 and AMOUNT lt 10 or gt 1600) OR

 (ITEM = 8 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 650) OR

 (ITEM = 9 and AMOUNT lt 5 or gt 10000) OR

 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

19B MORE Did you (receive any other stimulus payments/make 

any other (payments/contributions) (expenditure 

description))? 

 Description Month Amount

 (CONTDESC) (CONTMO) (CONTEXPX)

1. Yes

2. No

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

19B S19B_END Exit block and goto S19_Sectcomp

19B S19_Sectcomp Goto section 20A - BSECT20
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20A GROCWEKX 44

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). 

What has been (you/your household) usual WEEKLY 

expense for grocery shopping? 

 Include grocery home delivery service fees and 

drinking water delivery fees.

0,DK,RF: Goto OTHSTOR

1-9999: IF Entry > 550 then goto ERR1_GROCWEKX

 ELSE OTHSTUFX

20A OTHSTUFX About how much of this amount was for nonfood 

items, such as paper

products, detergents, home cleaning supplies, pet 

foods, and alcoholic

beverages?

0-9999: IF Entry > 200 then goto ERR1_OTHSTUFX

 ELSEIF Entry > GROCWEKX then goto 

CK_OTHSTUFX

 ELSEIF (Rt10.POPGRP = 1-16 or 01-09) then 

 goto GROSTORE

 ELSE goto OTHSTOR

DK,RF: IF (Rt10.POPGRP = 1-16 or 01-09) then 

 goto GROSTORE 

 ELSE goto OTHSTOR

20A GROSTORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) last purchased groceries?

 Enter store, website, or company name

ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then 

goto OTHSTOR

 ELSE goto GROPURCH

DK,RF: Goto OTHSTOR

20A GROPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto OTHSTOR

2: Goto GROLOC

20A GROLOC In what city is (Grocery store name) located? Goto GROLOCST
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20A GROLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_GROLOCST

ELSE goto OTHSTOR

20A OTHSTOR 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

1: Goto OSTORWKX

2,DK,RF: Goto DINE_WKX

20A OSTORWKX What was your usual WEEKLY expense at these 

places?

0-9999: IF entry < 5 or > 90 then goto 

ERR1_OSTORWKX

 ELSE goto DINE_WKX

DK,RF: Goto DINE_WKX

20A DINE_WKX What has been (your/your household's) 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./ )

1-9999: IF ENTRY = 1-10 or > 250 then goto 

ERR1_DINEWKX

 ELSE goto CIGARETT

0,DK,RF: Goto CIGARETT

20A CIGARETT Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) purchased 

cigarettes?

Do not include e-cigarettes.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CIGARETX

2,DK,RF: Goto OTHTOBAC
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20A CIGARETX What is the usual WEEKLY expense for cigarettes? 0-999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 100 then goto 

ERR1_CIGARETX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

CIGSTORE

 ELSE goto OTHTOBAC

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

CIGSTORE 

 ELSE goto OTHTOBAC

20A CIGSTORE ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then 

 goto OTHTOBAC

 ELSE goto CIGPURCH

DK, RF: Goto OTHTOBAC

20A CIGPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto OTHTOBAC

2: Goto CIGLOC

20A CIGLOC In what city is (Store name) located? Goto CIGLOCST

20A CIGLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_CIGLOCST

ELSE goto OTHTOBAC

20A OTHTOBAC 44 ? [F1]

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

purchased other tobacco products such as cigars, 

pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, or vaping products? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHTBACX

2,DK,RF: Goto ALC_HOMX
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20A OTHTBACX ? [F1]

What is the usual WEEKLY expense?

0-999: IF entry < 5 or > 80 then goto ERR1_OTHTBACX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

TOBSTORE

 ELSE goto ALC_HOMX

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

TOBSTORE

 ELSE goto ALC_HOMX

20A TOBSTORE ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then 

 goto ALC_HOMX

 ELSE goto TOBPURCH

DK, RF: Goto ALC_HOMX

20A TOBPURCH Were they paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto ALC_HOMX

2: Goto TOBLOC

20A TOBLOC In what city is (Store name) located? Goto TOBLOCST

20A TOBLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_TOBLOCST

ELSE goto ALC_HOMX

20A ALC_HOMX What has been (your/your household's) usual 

MONTHLY expense for alcohol, including beer and

wine to be served at home?

0-9999: IF Entry = 2 or ENTRY > 210 then goto 

ERR1_ALCHOMX

 ELSE goto ALC_OUTX

DK,RF: Goto ALC_OUTX
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20A ALC_OUTX What has been your usual MONTHLY expense for 

alcohol, including beer and wine at restaurants, bars 

and recreational events?

1-9999: IF Entry = 2 or entry > 400 then goto 

ERR1_ALCOUTX

 ELSEIF any "active" CU member has AGE < 22 

then 

 goto ANYMEALS

 ELSE goto S20A_END

0,DK,RF: IF any "active" CU member has AGE < 22 then 

 goto ANYMEALS

 ELSE goto S20A_END

20A ANYMEALS 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

1: Goto FBPERSN

2,DK,RF: Goto 20A_END
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20A FBPERSON Goto TblSCHMEAL
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20A MEM_NAME ** SHOW ONLY **

20A SCHLMLX Goto SCHMLPD

20A SCHLMLPD 1: IF SCHLMLX > 10 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD

 ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ

2: IF SCHLMLX < 5 or > 30 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD

 ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ

3: IF SCHLMLX < 5 or > 60 go to ERR1_SCHLMLPD

 ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ

4: IF SCHLMLX < 5 or > 120 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD

 ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ

5: IF SCHLMLX < 5 or > 400 goto ERR1_SCHLMLPD

 ELSE goto SCHMLWKQ

6: Goto SCHLMLRX 

DK,RF: Goto SCHMLWKQ

20A SCHLMLRX How much was paid since the first of (reference 

month), not including this month?

1,2: Goto ERR1_SCHLMLRX

3-90,DK,RF: Goto SCHMLWKQ

91-999: Goto ERR1_SCHLMLRX

20A SCHMLWKQ How many WEEKS did (Name) purchase meals? IF no more persons then goto S20_END

ELSE goto SCHLMLX for next person

20A MEMBNUM
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20A ERR1_SCHLML

PD

1. Passed

2. Hard

3. Soft

4. Suppressed

20A ERR1_SCHLML

RX

1. Passed

2. Hard

3. Soft

4. Suppressed

20A S20A_END

20B LNDROMAT 44 ? [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. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LNDRYX

2,DK,RF: Goto DRYCLEAN

20B LNDRYX ? [F1]

What was the total cost?

IF Entry < 5 or > 260 then goto ERR1_LNDRYX

ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16 then goto LNDSTORE

ELSE goto OTHLNDRY

20B LNDSTORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) last paid for self-service laundry 

machines?

 Enter store or company name

ENTRY: Goto LNDRYLOC

DK, RF: Goto OTHLNDRY

20B LNDRYLOC In what city is (Laundromat Name) located? Goto LDYLOCST
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20B LDYLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_LDYLOCST

ELSE goto OTHLNDRY

20B OTHLNDRY Was any of this amount for items other than clothes, 

such as linens or drapes?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHLNDRX

2,DK,RF: Goto DRYCLEAN

20B OTHLNDRX ? [F1]

How much?

0-9999: IF entry < 5 or > 100 then goto 

ERR1_OTHLNDRX

 ELSEIF entry > LNDRYX then goto 

CK_OTHLNDRX

 ELSE goto DRYCLEAN

DK,RF: Goto DRYCLEAN

20B DRYCLEAN 44 ? [F1] 

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

had any expenses for dry cleaning or laundry 

service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto DRYCLNX

2,DK,RF: Goto SALONS

20B DRYCLNX ? [F1]

What was the total cost?

1-9999: IF Entry < 6 or > 390 then goto 

ERR1_DRYCLNX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 15 or 16 then goto 

DRYSTORE

 ELSE goto OTHDRCLN

DK,RF: IF RTt0.POPGRP = 15 or 16 then goto 

DRYSTORE 

 ELSE goto OTHDRCLN
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20B DRYSTORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) last paid for dry cleaning or laundry 

services?

 Enter store, website, or company name

ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" then 

goto OTHDRCLN

 ELSE goto DRYPURCH

DK,RF: Goto OTHDRCLN

20B DRYPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto OTHDRCLN

2: Goto DRYLOC

20B DRYLOC In what city is (Dry cleaner name) located? Goto DRYLOCST

20B DRYLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_DRYLOCST

ELSE goto OTHDRCLN

20B OTHDRCLN Was any of this amount for items other than clothes, 

such as linens, drapes, or rugs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHDCLNX

2,DK,RF: Goto SALONS

20B OTHDCLNX ? [F1]

How much?

1-9999: IF entry < 5 or > 200 then goto 

ERR1_OTHDRCLNX

 ELSEIF entry > DRYCLNX then goto 

CK_OTHDCLNX

 ELSE goto SALONS

DK,RF: Goto SALONS
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20B SALONS 44 ? [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? 

 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SALONX

2,DK,RF: Goto WIGS

20B SALONX ? [F1]

What was the total expense for these services since 

the first of (reference month), not including (current 

month)?

0-9999: IF entry = 1-3 or > 998 then goto 

ERR1_SALONX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

SALNNAME

 ELSE goto WIGS

DK,RF: IF RTt0.POPGRP = 13 or 14 then goto 

SALNNAME

 ELSE goto WIGS

20B SALNNAME What is the name of the business where (you/you or 

any members of your household) paid for salon 

services?

 Enter name of establishment, not name of 

salon technician

RESPONSE: IF uppercase entry = "GROUPON" or 

"GROUPON.COM" 

 then goto ERR_GROUPON 

 ELSEIF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains ".COM" 

then 

 goto WIGS

 ELSE goto SALPURCH

DK,RF: Goto WIGS

20B SALPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto WIGS

2: Goto SALNLOC

20B SALNLOC In what city is ^SALNNAME_fill located? Goto SALLOCST
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20B SALLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_SALLOCST

ELSE goto WIGS

20B WIGS 44 ? [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?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto WIGSX

2,DK,RF: Goto SAFEDPST

20B WIGSX ? [F1]

What was the total expense for these items since the 

first of (reference month), not including (current 

month)?

0-9999: IF entry = 1-5 or > 300 then goto ERR1_WIGSX

 ELSE goto SAFEDPST

DK,RF: Goto SAFEDPST

20B SAFEDPST 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?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SAFDPSTX

2,DK,RF: Goto BANKSRVC

20B SAFDPSTX What was the total rental expense for the safe deposit 

box since the first of (reference month), not including 

(current month)?

1-999: IF entry > 100 then goto ERR1_SAFEDPSTX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

SAFSTORE

 ELSE goto BANKSRVC

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

SAFSTORE 

 ELSE goto BANKSRVC
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20B SAFSTORE ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' then 

goto BANKSRVC

 ELSE goto SAFPURCH

DK,RF: Goto BANKSRVC

20B SAFPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto BANKSRVC

2: Goto SAFDPLOC

20B SAFDPLOC In what city is (Bank or institution name) located? Goto SAFLOCST

20B SAFLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_SAFLOCST

ELSE goto BANKSRVC

20B BANKSRVC 44 ? [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? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto BANKMOX

2,DK,RF: Goto TXLIMSRV

20B BANKMOX ? [F1]

What is the usual MONTHLY charge?

1-9999: IF entry = 1 or > 300 then goto 

ERR1_BANKMOX

 ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

BNKNAME

 ELSE goto TXLIMSRV

DK,RF: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto 

BNKNAME

 ELSE goto TXLIMSRV
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20B BNKNAME ENTRY: IF UPPERCASE ENTRY contains '.COM' then 

goto TXLIMSRV

 ELSE goto BNKPURCH

DK,RF: Goto TXLIMSRV

20B BNKPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto TXLIMSRV

2: Goto BANKLOC

20B BANKLOC In what city is (Bank name) located? Goto BNKLOCST

20B BNKLOCST IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_BNKLOCST

ELSE goto TXLIMSRV

20B TXLIMSRV 44 ? [F1]

Since the first of (reference month) not including 

(current month), have (you/you or any members of 

your household) had expenses for taxis, limousine 

service, or car rides booked through an app? Do not 

include expenses entirely reimbursed for business 

purposes or expenses incurred on a trip.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TXLIMX

2,DK,RF: Goto MASSTRAN

20B TXLIMX ? [F1]

What was the total expense?

IF entry < 5 or > 520 then goto ERR1_TXLIMX

ELSEIF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto LIMO

ELSE goto MASSTRAN
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20B LIMO Was the $^TXLIMX_fill solely for limousine service? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MASSTRAN

2,DK,RF: Goto TAXINAME

20B TAXINAME IF uppercase entry = 'GROUPON' or 'GROUPON.COM' 

then 

 goto ERR_GROUPON

 

ELSE goto TXIPURCH

20B TXIPURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto MASSTRAN

2: Goto TAXILOC

20B TAXILOC In what city is (Cab company name/the company) 

located?

Goto TAXLOCST

20B TAXLOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Cab company name/the company) 

located? 

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_TAXLOCST

ELSE goto MASSTRAN

20B MASSTRAN Do (you/you or any members of your household) pay 

out-of-pocket for public transportation services such 

as bus, subway, train, or passenger ferry? 

 Include all forms of public transportation

1. Yes

2. No

1: IF Rt10.POPGRP = 11 or 12 then goto MASSNAME

 ELSEIF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto TBLMSTRAN 

 ELSE goto TRANST

2,DK,RF: IF (Sect18.HHCount17 > 0) AND (INTPER = 

202110, 202111, 

 202112, 202201, 202202, or 202203) then goto 

CHDTXP 

 ELSE Goto S20B_END

20B MASSNAME What is the name of the public transportation 

system?

IF NUMHOUSE = 1 then goto TBLMSTRAN

 

ELSE goto TRANSIT
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Section 20B TRANST Goto TBLMSTRAN
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Section 20B MEMBNO ** Non-Displayed**

20A MEM_NAME ** SHOW ONLY **

Section 20B TRANAMTX What is (your/NAME's) usual out-of-pocket cost?

 Select time period (per day, week, or month) on next 

screen

1-9999: Goto TRANPD

0,DK,RF: Goto TRANSUB

Section 20B TRANPD 1: IF TRANAMTX > 10 then goto ERR1_TRANAMTX

 ELSE goto TRANDAYX

2: IF TRANAMTX > 72 then goto ERR1_TRANAMTX

 ELSE goto AMTRAK

3,DK,RF: IF TRANAMTX > 285 then goto 

ERR1_TRANAMTX

 ELSE goto AMTRAK

Section 20B TRANDAYX How many days per week usually? Goto AMTRAK

Section 20B AMTRAK Is any of the ^TRANAMTX_Fill^TRANPD_Fill Amtrak?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto AMTRAKX

2,DK,RF: Goto TRANSUB

Section 20B AMTRAKX IF AMTRAKX > TRANAMTX then goto CK_AMTRAKX

ELSE goto TRANSUB

Section 20B TRANSUB Did (you/NAME) receive a transit subsidy?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto TRANSUBX

2,DK,RF: IF no more persons, exit block AND

 IF (Sect18.HHCount17 > 0) AND (INTPER = 

202110, 

 202111, 202112, 202201, 202202, or 

202203) then goto 

 CHDTXP

 ELSE goto S20B_END

 ENDIF

 ELSE goto TRANAMTX for the next person
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Section 20B TRANSUBX What is the usual monthly amount? 0-9999: IF entry > 250 then goto ERR1_TRANSUBX

 ELSEIF no more persons, exit block and 

 IF (Sect18.HHCount17 > 0) AND (INTPER 

= 202110, 

 202111, 202112, 202201, 202202, or 

202203) then goto 

 CHDTXP, ELSE goto S20B_END

 ENDIF

 ELSE goto TRANAMTX for the next person

DK,RF: IF no more persons, exit block and 

 IF (Sect18.HHCount17 > 0) AND (INTPER = 

202110, 

 202111, 202112, 202201, 202202, or 202203) 

then goto 

 CHDTXP

 ELSE goto S20B_END

 ENDIF

 ELSE goto TRANAMTX for the next person

Section 20B TRAN_MTX

Section 20B TRAN_UBX

CHDTXP The Federal government's 2021 American Rescue 

Plan included an advance payment of the Child Tax 

Credit. 

Since the first of (reference month), have (you/you or 

any members of your household) received a 

MONTHLY Child Tax Credit payment from the Federal 

government?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CHDTXPTH

2,DK,RF: Goto S20B_END
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CHDTXPH How did or will (you/you or any members of your 

household) use the Child Tax Credit payment?

1. Mostly spend it

2. Mostly save it

3. Mostly use it to pay off debt

Goto S20B_END

20B S20B_END Exit block and goto 20C

20C PGRP1_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

five years, that is, as far back as (year, 5 years ago). 

We have used the responses that you've already 

given us to shorten this part of the interview, so I'll 

only be asking you about expenses that you told me 

that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_R[22] = 1 then goto PSCATR22

ELSEIF Ask_R[21] = 1 then goto PSCATR21

ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR22 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any video game hardware, games, or accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R22_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[21] = 1 then goto PSCATR21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

 ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

 ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C R22_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of video 

game hardware, games, or accessories?

IF ENTRY < 8 or ENTRY > 450 then goto 

ERR1_R22COST

ELSE goto R22STORE

20C R22STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R22PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[21] = 1 then goto PSCATR21

ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R22PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[21] = 1 then goto PSCATR21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

 ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

 ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13 

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R22LOC
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20C R22LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R22LOCST

20C R22LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R22LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[21] = 1 then goto PSCATR21

ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR21 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any toys, games, hobby supplies, or 

playground equipment, excluding video games?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R21_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

 ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

 ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R21_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of toys, 

games, hobby supplies, or playground equipment?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 1200 then goto 

ERR1_R21COST

ELSE goto R21STORE
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20C R21STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R21PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R21PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

 ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

 ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13 

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R21LOC

20C R21LOC In what city is (Business name) located? Goto R21LOCST
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20C R21LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R21LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[29] = 1 then goto PSCATH29

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATH29 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any nonpowered tools or miscellaneous 

hardware?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H29_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

 ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H29_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

nonpowered tools or miscellaneous hardware?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 250 then goto 

ERR1_H29COST

ELSE goto H29STORE
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20C H29STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H29PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H29PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

 ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto H29LOC

20C H29LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H29LOCST
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20C H29LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H29LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[27] = 1 then goto PSCATH27

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16 

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATH27 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any materials or supplies for any paint or 

wallpaper jobs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H27_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H27_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of materials 

or supplies for any paint or wallpaper jobs?

IF ENTRY > 1000 then goto ERR1_H27COST

Goto H27STORE
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20C H27STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H27PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H27PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

 ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto H27LOC

20C H27LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H27LOCST
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20C H27LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H27LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[16] = 1 then goto PSCATR16

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR16 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any hunting, fishing, or camping 

equipment?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R16_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R16_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of hunting, 

fishing, or camping equipment?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 650 then goto 

ERR1_R16COST

ELSE goto R16STORE
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20C R16STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R16PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R16PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

 ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R16LOC

20C R16LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R16LOCST
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20C R16LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R16LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[15] = 1 then goto PSCATR15

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR15 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS,) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any sport, recreation, or health and 

exercise equipment?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R15_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13 

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R15_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of sport, 

recreation, or health and exercise equipment?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 1850 then goto 

ERR1_R15COST

ELSE goto R15STORE
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20C R15STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R15PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R15PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

 ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R15LOC

20C R15LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R15LOCST

20C R15LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R15LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[40] = 1 then goto PSCATH40

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C PSCATH40 Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, two years ago) have (you/you 

or anyone in your household) had any expenses for 

inside home maintenance and repair, excluding 

exterior work?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H40CONT

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H40CONT Did you do this job yourself or did you pay someone 

else to do all or part of the work?

1. Self only

2. Paid or contracted with someone else

3. Both

1,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2,3: H40_COST

20C H40_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for inside home 

maintenance and repair, excluding exterior work?

IF ENTRY > 10000 then goto ERR1_H40COST

ELSE goto H40STORE

20C H40STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H40PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C H40PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

 ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto H40LOC

20C H40LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H40LOCST

20C H40LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H40LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[38] = 1 then goto PSCATH38

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATH38 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for service contracts, maintenance, or 

repairs for major appliances? Do not include 

expenses for repairs you did yourself.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H38COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H38_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for service contracts, 

maintenance, or repairs for major appliances?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 325 then goto 

ERR1_H38COST

ELSE goto H38TORE
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20C H38STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H38PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H38PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

 ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12 

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto H38LOC

20C H38LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H38LOCST

20C H38LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H38LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[28] = 1 then goto PSCATH28

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATH28 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any power tools?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H28COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C H28_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend on power tools?

IF ENTRY < 11 or ENTRY > 700 then goto 

ERR1_H28COST

ELSE goto H28TORE

20C H28STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H28PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H28PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto H28LOC

20C H28LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H28LOCST

20C H28LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H28LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[14] = 1 then goto PSCATR14

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR14 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any bicycles or bicycle equipment?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R14COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C R14_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend on bicycles or bicycle 

equipment?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 924 then goto 

ERR1_R14COST

ELSE goto R14TORE

20C R14STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R14PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R14PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

 ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R14LOC

20C R14LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R14LOCST

20C R14LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R14LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[39] = 1 then goto PSCATH39

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATH39 Now, please think about the last five years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, five years ago) have (you/you 

or anyone in your household) had any expenses for 

repairing, refinishing, or reupholstering furniture? 

Do not include expenses for repairs you did yourself.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H39_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C H39_COST In the last FIVE YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for repairing, refinishing, 

or reupholstering furniture?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 1900 then goto 

ERR1_H39COST

ELSE goto H39STORE

20C H39STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H39PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C H39PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

 ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto H39LOC

20C H39LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H39LOCST

20C H39LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H39LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[12] = 1 then goto PSCATR12

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR12 (Now, please think about the last five years, since the 

first of five years ago)./In the last FIVE YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any outboard motors or powered sports vehicles?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R12_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R12_COST In the last FIVE YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of an 

outboard motor or powered sports vehicle?

IF ENTRY < 40 or ENTRY > 50000 then goto 

ERR1_R12COST

ELSE goto R12STORE
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20C R12STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R12PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C R12PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R12LOC

20C R12LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R12LOCST

20C R12LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R12LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[13] = 1 then goto PSCATR13

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

20C PSCATR13 (Now, please think about the last five years, since the 

first of five years ago)./In the last FIVE YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any unpowered boats, trailers, or campers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R13_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP1

20C R13_COST In the last FIVE YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of any 

unpowered boats, trailers, or campers?

IF ENTRY < 200 or ENTRY > 63000 then goto 

ERR1_R13COST

ELSE goto R13STORE

20C R13STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains '.COM' and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R13PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1
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20C R13PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP1

2: Goto R13LOC

20C R13LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R13LOCST

20C R13LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R13LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP1

END_POPGRP1 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP2_AskFlags

20C PGRP2_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

five years, that is, as far back as (year, 5 years ago). 

We have used the responses that you've already 

given us to shorten this part of the interview, so I'll 

only be asking you about expenses that you told me 

that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_A[21] = 1 then goto PSCATA21

ELSEIF Ask_A[20] = 1 then goto PSCATA20

ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C PSCATA21 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any infants' or toddlers' underwear or diapers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A21_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[20] = 1 then goto PSCATA20

 ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

 ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

 ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C A21_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of infants' or 

toddlers' underwear or diapers?

IF ENTRY < 5 or ENTRY > 150 then goto 

ERR1_A21COST

ELSE goto A21STORE

20C A21STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" or is not a 

DK or 

 RF then goto A21PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[20] = 1 then goto PSCATA20

ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C A21PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[20] = 1 then goto PSCATA20

 ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

 ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24 

 ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto A21LOC

20C A21LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A21LOCST

20C A21LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A21LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[20] = 1 then goto PSCATA20

ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C PSCATA20 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any infants' or toddlers' clothing or 

accessories, excluding jewelry, underwear and 

diapers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A20_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

 ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

 ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C A20_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of infants' or 

toddlers' clothing or accessories, excluding jewelry, 

underwear and diapers?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_A20COST

ELSE goto A20STORE

20C A20STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A20PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C A20PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

 ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

 ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto A20LOC

20C A20LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A20LOCST

20C A20LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A20LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[20] = 1 then goto PSCATG20

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C PSCATG20 Now please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, two years ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any infants' equipment such as strollers, car seats, 

bottles, or dishes?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G20_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

 ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C G20_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of infants' 

equipment such as strollers, car seats, bottles, or 

dishes?

IF ENTRY lt 7 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_G20COST

ELSE goto G20STORE

20C G20STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto G20PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C G20PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

 ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto G20LOC

20C G20LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto G20LOCST

20C G20LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G20LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[24] = 1 then goto PSCATR24

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATR24 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any musical instruments or musical accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R24_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C R24_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of musical 

instruments or musical accessories?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 950 then goto ERR1_R24COST

ELSE goto R24STORE

20C R24STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R24PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C R24PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto R24LOC

20C R24LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R24LOCST
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20C R24LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R24LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[19] = 1 then goto PSCATG19

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATG19 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any luggage, briefcases, or other carrying cases?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G19_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C G19_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of luggage, 

briefcases, or other carrying cases?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 425 then goto ERR1_G19COST

ELSE goto G19STORE

20C G19STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto G19PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C G19PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

 ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17 

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto G19LOC

20C G19LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto G19LOCST

20C G19LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G19LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[35] = 1 then goto PSCATH35

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATH35 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for housekeeping services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H35_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C H35_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for housekeeping 

services?

IF ENTRY lt 20 or gt 1260 then goto ERR1_H35COST

ELSE goto H35STORE
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20C H35STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H35PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C H35PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

 ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto H35LOC

20C H35LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H35LOCST

20C H35LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H35LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[36] = 1 then goto PSCATH36

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATH36 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for gardening or lawncare services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H36_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C H36_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for gardening or lawncare 

services?

IF ENTRY lt 15 or gt 600 then goto ERR1_H36COST

ELSE goto H36STORE

20C H36STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

If uppercase entry does not contain.com and is not DK or 

RF 

 then goto H36PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C H36PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

 ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto H36LOC

20C H36LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H36LOCST

20C H36LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H36LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[37] = 1 then goto PSCATH37

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATH37 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for moving, storage, or freight services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H37_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2
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20C H37_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for moving, storage, or 

freight services?

GIF ENTRY lt 9 or gt 1800 then goto ERR1_H37COST

ELSE gto H37STORE

20C H37STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H37PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C H37PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

 ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto H37LOC

20C H37LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H37LOCST

20C H37LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H37LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[09] = 1 then goto PSCATG09

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATG09 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for legal services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G09_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C G09_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for legal services?

IF ENTRY lt 13 or gt 5000 then goto ERR1_G09COST

ELSE goto G09STORE
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20C G09STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G09PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C G09PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

 ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto G09LOC

20C G09LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto G09LOCST

20C G09LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G09LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[10] = 1 then goto PSCATG10

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATG10 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for funeral services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G10_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C G10_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for funeral services?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 7000 then goto ERR1_G10COST

ELSE goto G10STORE
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20C G10STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto G10PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C G10PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto G10LOC

20C G10LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto G10LOCST

20C G10LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G10LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[17] = 1 then goto PSCATT17

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

20C PSCATT17 Now, please think about the last five years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, five years ago) have (you/you 

or anyone in your household) had any expenses for 

ship travel or passenger cruises? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T17_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP2

20C T17_COST In the last FIVE YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last expense for ship travel 

or passenger cruises?

IF ENTRY gt 2800 then goto ERR1_T17COST

ELSE goto T17STORE

20C T17STORE What is the name of the cruise line or ship travel 

company? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

RESPONSE: Goto T17DIR

DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP2
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20C T17DIR Was the reservation made directly with Business 

name?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: IF uppercase entry in T17STORE contains 

.COM then 

 goto END_POPGRP2

 ELSE goto T17PURCH

2: Goto T17THRDP

20C T17THRDP IF uppercase entry contains ".COM", DK or RF then 

 goto END_POPGRP2

ELSE goto T17PURCH

20C T17PURCH Was this reservation made -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP2

2: Goto T17LOC

20C T17LOC In what city is (Company name) located? Goto T17LOCST

20C T17LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Company name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T17LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP2

END_POPGRP2 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP3_AskFlags
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20C PGRP3_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_H[26] = 1 then goto PSCATH26

ELSEIF Ask_H[25] = 1 then goto PSCATH25

ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH26 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any indoor plants or fresh cut flowers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H26_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[25] = 1 then goto PSCATH25

 ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

 ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H26_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of indoor 

plants or fresh cut flowers?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_H26COST

ELSE goto H26STORE
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20C H26STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H26PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[25] = 1 then goto PSCATH25

ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H26PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[25] = 1 then goto PSCATH25

 ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

 ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H26LOC

20C H26LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H26LOCST
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20C H26LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H26LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[25] = 1 then goto PSCATH25

ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21 

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH25 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS,) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any non-electric kitchen utensils, 

cookingware, or bakeware?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H25_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

 ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H25_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of nonelectric kitchen utensils, cookingware, or bakeware?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_H25COST

ELSE goto H25STORE
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20C H25STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H25PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H25PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

 ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H25LOC

20C H25LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H25LOCST
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20C H25LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H25LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[17] = 1 then goto PSCATH17

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH17 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any refrigerators or home freezers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H17_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H17_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

refrigerators or home freezers?

IF ENTRY lt 40 or gt 1825 then goto ERR1_H17COST

ELSE goto H17STORE
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20C H17STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H17PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H17PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

 ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3 

2: Goto H17LOC

20C H17LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H17LOCST

20C H17LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H17LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[19] = 1 then goto PSCATH19

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3
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20C PSCATH19 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any stoves, ovens, or microwave ovens?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H19_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H19_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of stoves, 

ovens, or microwave ovens?

IF ENTRY lt 20 or gt 1915 then goto ERR1_H19COST

ELSE goto H19STORE

20C H19STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H19PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H19PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H19LOC

20C H19LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H19LOCST
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20C H19LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H19LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[18] = 1 then goto PSCATH18

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH18 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any washers or dryers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H18_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H18_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of washers 

or dryers?

IF ENTRY lt 40 or gt 1185 then goto ERR1_H18COST

ELSE goto H18STORE

20C H18STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H18PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3
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20C H18PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

 ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H18LOC

20C H18LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H18LOCST

20C H18LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located? 

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H18LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[20] = 1 then goto PSCATH20

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH20 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any vacuums or other electric floor cleaning 

equipment?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H20_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H20_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of vacuums 

or other electric floor cleaning equipment?

IF ENTRY lt 15 or gt 600 then goto ERR1_H20COST

ELSE goto H20STORE
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20C H20STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H20PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H20PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H20LOC

20C H20LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H20LOCST

20C H20LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H20LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH21 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any small electric appliances or clothing irons?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H21_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[21] = 1 then goto PSCATH21

 ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H21_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of small 

electric appliances or clothing irons?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 200 then goto ERR1_H21COST

ELSE goto H21STORE
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20C H21STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H21PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H21PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

 ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H21LOC

20C H21LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H21LOCST

20C H21LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H21LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[22] = 1 then goto PSCATH22

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH22 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any home heating or cooling equipment or home 

safety devices?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H22_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H22_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of home 

heating or cooling equipment or home safety 

devices?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 940 then goto ERR1_H22COST

ELSE goto H22STORE
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20C H22STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H22PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H22PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

 ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H22LOC

20C H22LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H22LOCST

20C H22LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H22LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[23] = 1 then goto PSCATH23

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH23 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any household decorative items including clocks and 

lamps?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H23_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H23_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

household decorative items including clocks and 

lamps?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 530 then goto ERR1_H23COST

ELSE goto H23STORE
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20C H23STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H23PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C H23PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H23LOC

20C H23LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H23LOCST

20C H23LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H23LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[24] = 1 then goto PSCATH24

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

20C PSCATH24 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of 12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any dishes, glasses, or flatware?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H24_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP3

20C H24_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of dishes, 

glasses, or flatware?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 415 then goto ERR1_H24COST

ELSE goto H24STORE

20C H24STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H24PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3
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20C H24PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP3

2: Goto H24LOC

20C H24LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H24LOCST

20C H24LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H24LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP3

END_POPGRP3

POP4_AskFlags

20C PGRP4_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

five years, that is, as far back as (year, 5 years ago). 

We have used the responses that you've already 

given us to shorten this part of the interview, so I'll 

only be asking you about expenses that you told me 

that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_E[01] = 1 then goto PSCATE01

ELSEIF Ask_E[02] = 1 then goto PSCATE02

ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C PSCATE01 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any college or university textbooks?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E01_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[02] = 1 then goto PSCATE02

 ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

 ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

 ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4
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20C E01_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of college or 

university textbooks?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_E01COST

ELSE goto E01STORE

20C E01STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto E01PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[02] = 1 then goto PSCATE02

ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E01PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[02] = 1 then goto PSCATE02

 ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

 ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

 ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

2: Goto E01LOC

20C E01LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E01LOCST
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20C E01LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E01LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[02] = 1 then goto PSCATE02

ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C PSCATE02 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any textbooks for elementary through high school?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E02_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

 ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

 ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E02_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of textbooks 

for elementary through high school?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_E02COST

ELSE goto E02STORE

20C E02STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK or RF then goto E02PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4
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20C E02PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

 ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

 ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

2: Goto E02LOC

20C E02LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E02LOCST

20C E02LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E02LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[06] = 1 then goto PSCATE06

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C PSCATE06 (Now, please think about the last 12months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for day care providers including nursery 

school?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E06_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

 ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E06_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for day care providers 

including nursery school?

IF ENTRY lt 30 or gt 6000 then goto ERR1_E06COST

ELSE goto E06STORE
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20C E06STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK or RF then goto E06PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E06PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

 ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

2: Goto E06LOC

20C E06LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E06LOCST

20C E06LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E06LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[05] = 1 then goto PSCATE05

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C PSCATE05 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for tuition or fixed fees for elementary 

through high school?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E05_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4
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20C E05_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for tuition or fixed fees for 

elementary through high school? 

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 6000 then goto ERR1_E05COST

ELSE goto E05STORE

20C E05STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E05PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E05PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

 ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

2: Goto E05LOC

20C E05LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E05LOCST

20C E05LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E05LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[04] = 1 then goto PSCATE04

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C PSCATE04 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for tuition or fixed fees for college or 

university?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E04_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4
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20C E04_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for tuition or fixed fees for 

college or university? 

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 6000 then goto ERR1_E04COST

ELSE goto E04STORE

20C E04STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E04PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E04PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

2: Goto E04LOC

20C E04LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E04LOCST

20C E04LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E04LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[07] = 1 then goto PSCATE07

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C PSCATE07 Now please think about the last five years, since the 

first (Month and Year, five years ago) have (you/you 

or anyone in your household) had any expenses for 

tuition or fixed fees for technical or vocational 

school?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E07_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP4

20C E07_COST In the last FIVE YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for tuition or fixed fees for 

technical or vocational school? 

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 6000 then goto ERR1_E07COST

ELSE goto E07STORE
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20C E07STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E07PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

20C E07PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP4

2: Goto E07LOC

20C E07LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E07LOCST

20C E07LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E07LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP4

END_POPGRP4 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP5_AskFlags

20C PGRP5_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_A[06] = 1 then goto PSCATA06

ELSEIF Ask_A[07] = 1 then goto PSCATA07

ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5
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20C PSCATA06 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any men's shirts, sweaters, or vests?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A06_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[07] = 1 then goto PSCATA07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

 ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A06_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of men's 

shirts, sweaters, or vests?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_A06COST

ELSE goto A06STORE

20C A06STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A06PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[07] = 1 then goto PSCATA07

ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5
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20C A06PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[07] = 1 then goto PSCATA07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto 

PSCATA01

 ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto 

PSCATA02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

 

2: Goto A06LOC

20C A06LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A06LOCST

20C A06LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A06LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[07] = 1 then goto PSCATA07

ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C PSCATA07 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS,) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any men's pants, jeans, or shorts?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A07_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

 ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A07_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of men's 

pants, jeans, or shorts?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 270 then goto ERR1_A07COST

ELSE goto A07STORE
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20C A07STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A07PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06 

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A07PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

 ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto 

PSCATA02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

 

2: Goto A07LOC

20C A07LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A07LOCST

20C A07LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A07LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[01] = 1 then goto PSCATA01

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5
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20C PSCATA01 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any men's suits or blazers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A01_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A01_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of men's

suits or blazers?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 1000 then goto ERR1_A01COST

ELSE goto A01STORE

20C A01STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A01PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A01PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

 

2: Goto A01LOC

20C A01LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A01LOCST
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20C A01LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A01LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[02] = 1 then goto PSCATA02

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C PSCATA02 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS,) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any men's coats or jackets?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A02_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A02_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of men's 

coats or jackets?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_A02COST

ELSE goto A02STORE

20C A02STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A02PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C A02PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

 ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

 

2: Goto A02LOC

20C A02LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A02LOCST
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20C A02LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A02LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[01] = 1 then goto PSCATR01

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C PSCATR01 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of 12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 months) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any televisions?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R01_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C R01_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

televisions?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 4200 then goto ERR1_R01COST

ELSE goto R01STORE

20C R01STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R01PURCH

 

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C R01PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

 ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5 

 

2: Goto R01LOC

20C R01LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R01LOCST
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20C R01LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R01LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[03] = 1 then goto PSCATR03

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C PSCATR03 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 months) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any DVD players, camcorders, or other video 

equipment?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R03_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C R03_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of DVD 

players, camcorders, or other video equipment?

IF ENTRY lt 25 or gt 2800 then goto ERR1_R03COST

ELSE goto R03STORE

20C R03STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R03PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C R03PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

 

2: Goto R03LOC

20C R03LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R03LOCST

20C R03LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R03LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[06] = 1 then goto PSCATR06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5
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20C PSCATR06 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 months) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any audio equipment for automobiles or home?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R06_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP5

20C R06_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of audio 

equipment for automobiles or home?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1590 then goto ERR1_R06COST

ELSE goto R06STORE

20C R06STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R06PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

20C R06PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP5 

 

2: Goto R06LOC

20C R06LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R06LOCST

20C R06LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R06LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP5

END_POPGRP5 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP6_AskFlags
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20C PGRP6_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

two years, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, two 

years ago). We have used the responses that you've 

already given us to shorten this part of the interview, 

so I'll only be asking you about expenses that you 

told me that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_R[20] = 1 then goto PSCATR20

ELSEIF Ask_R[17] = 1 then goto PSCATR17

ELSEIF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C PSCATR20 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago)

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any digital photo printing or film 

development services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R20_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[17] = 1 then goto PSCATR17

 ELSEIF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

 ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

 ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R20_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of digital 

photo printing or film development services?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 150 then goto ERR1_R20COST

ELSE goto R20STORE

20C R20STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R20PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[17] = 1 then goto PSCATR17

ELSEIF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6
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20C R20PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF LP17_Flag[18] = no then goto 

PSCATR17

 ELSEIF LP6B_Flag[14] = no then goto 

PSCATR18

 ELSEIF LP19A_Flag[2] = no then goto 

PSCATR19

 ELSEIF LP10R_Flag[1] = no AND 

LP18B_Flag = no 

 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

 

2: Goto R20LOC

20C R20LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R20LOCST

20C R20LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R20LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[17] = 1 then goto PSCATR17

ELSEIF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C PSCATR17 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last six months) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any film, film development supplies, or 

disposable cameras?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R17_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

 ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

 ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R17_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of any film, 

film developing supplies, or disposable cameras?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 100 then goto ERR1_R17COST

ELSE goto R17STORE
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20C R17STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R17PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R17PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF LP6B_Flag[14] = no then goto PSCATR18

 ELSEIF LP19A_Flag[2] = no then goto 

PSCATR19

 ELSEIF LP10R_Flag[1] = no AND 

LP18B_Flag = no 

 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

 

2: Goto R17LOC

20C R17LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R17LOCST

20C R17LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R17LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[18] = 1 then goto PSCATR18

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6
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20C PSCATR18 Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, two years ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any cameras or other photography equipment 

excluding film?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R18_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

 ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R18_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of any 

cameras or other photography equipment excluding 

film?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 1068 then goto ERR1_R18COST

ELSE goto R18STORE

20C R18STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R18PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R18PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF LP19A_Flag[2] = no then goto 

PSCATR19

 ELSEIF LP10R_Flag[1] = no AND 

LP18B_Flag = no 

 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

 

2: Goto R18LOC

20C R18LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R18LOCST
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20C R18LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R18LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[19] = 1 then goto PSCATR19

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C PSCATR19 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for photographer's fees?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R19_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R19_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for photographer's fees?

IF ENTRY lt 8 or gt 800 then goto ERR1_R19COST

ELSE goto R19STORE

20C R19STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R19PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C R19PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

 

2: Goto R19LOC

20C R19LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R19LOCST
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20C R19LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R19LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[04] = 1 then goto PSCATT04

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C PSCATT04 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for car, truck, or van rentals?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T04_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP6

20C T04_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for car, truck, or van 

rentals?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 1200 then goto ERR1_T04COST

ELSE goto T04STORE

20C T04STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

RESPONSE: Goto T04PKCTY

DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP6

20C T04PKCTY In what city was the vehicle picked up? Goto T04PKST

20C T04PKST ? [F1]

In what state was the vehicle picked up?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation or 

"XX" for foreign country

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T04PKST

ELSEIF entry = XX then goto END_POPGRP6

ELSE goto T04DIR

20C T04DIR Was the reservation made directly with (Business 

Name) or through a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: IF Uppercase entry in T04STORE contains 

".COM" 

 then goto END_POPGRP6

 ELSE goto T04PURCH

2: Goto T04THRDP
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20C T04THRDP IF uppercase entry contains ".COM" or is DK or RF then 

 goto END_POPGRP6

ELSE goto T04PURCH

20C T04PURCH Was the reservation made -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP6

 

2: IF T04THRDP = RESPONSE then goto T04LOC

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C T04LOC In what city is (3rd party Business Name) located? Goto T04LOCST

20C T04LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (3rd party Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T04LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP6

20C END_POPGRP6

POP7_AskFlags

20C PGRP7_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

two years, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, two 

years ago). We have used the responses that you've 

already given us to shorten this part of the interview, 

so I'll only be asking you about expenses that you 

told me that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_A[23] = 1 then goto PSCATA23

ELSEIF Ask_E[12] = 1 then goto PSCATE12

ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C PSCATA23 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any jewelry?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A23_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[12] = 1 then goto PSCATE12

 ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

 ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

 ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C A23_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of jewelry?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1800 then goto ERR1_A23COST

ELSE goto A23STORE

20C A23STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A23PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[12] = 1 then goto PSCATE12

ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C A23PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[12] = 1 then goto PSCATE12

 ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE13

 ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto 

PSCATA22

 ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto A23LOC

20C A23LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A23LOCST

20C A23LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A23LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[12] = 1 then goto PSCATE12

ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C PSCATE12 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any computer software, accessories, 

online games, or blank media?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E12_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

 ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

 ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E12_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of computer 

software, accessories, online games, or blank media?

IF ENTRY gt 400 then goto ERR1_E12COST

ELSE goto E12STORE

20C E12STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto E12PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C E12PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

 ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto 

PSCATA22

 ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7 

 

2: Goto E12LOC

20C E12LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E12LOCST

20C E12LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E12LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[13] = 1 then goto PSCATE13

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C PSCATE13 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for accessing the internet at home or away 

from home? Do not include mobile data charges.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E13_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

 ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E13_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for accessing the internet 

at home and away, including separate or bundled 

charges?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 60 then goto ERR1_E13COST

ELSE goto E13STORE

20C E13STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto E13PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C E13PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

 ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto E13LOC

20C E13LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E13LOCST

20C E13LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E13LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[22] = 1 then goto PSCATA22

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C PSCATA22 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any watches?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A22_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C A22_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of watches?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 450 then goto ERR1_A22COST

ELSE goto A22STORE

20C A22STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A22PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C A22PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto A22LOC

20C A22LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A22LOCST

20C A22LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A22LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[15] = 1 then goto PSCATE15

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C PSCATE15 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any calculators, typewriters, or fax machines?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E15_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E15_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

calculators, typewriters, or fax machines?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 700 then goto ERR1_E15COST

ELSE goto E15STORE
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20C E15STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto E15PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E15PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

 ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto E15LOC

20C E15LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E15LOCST

20C E15LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E15LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[12] = 1 then goto PSCATG12

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C PSCATG12 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for shoe repair or other shoe services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G12_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C G12_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for shoe repair or other 

shoe services?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 249 then goto ERR1_G12COST

ELSE goto G12STORE

20C G12STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto G12PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C G12PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

 ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto G12LOC

20C G12LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G12LOCST
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20C G12LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G12LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[13] = 1 then goto PSCATG13

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C PSCATG13 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for clothing rental, alterations or repairs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G13_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C G13_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for clothing rental, 

alterations or repairs?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 249 then goto ERR1_G13COST

ELSE goto G13STORE

20C G13STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto G13PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C G13PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

 ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto G13LOC

20C G13LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G13LOCST
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20C G13LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G13LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[14] = 1 then goto PSCATG14

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C PSCATG14 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for watch or jewelry repair?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G14_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C G14_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for watch or jewelry 

repair?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 249 then goto ERR1_G14COST

ELSE goto G14STORE

20C G14STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto G14PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C G14PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

 ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto G14LOC

20C G14LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G14LOCST
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20C G14LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G14LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[11] = 1 then goto PSCATE11

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C PSCATE11 Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, two years ago) have (you/you 

or anyone in your household) purchased any 

personal computers or peripheral equipment?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E11_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E11_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of personal 

computers or peripheral equipment?

IF ENTRY lt 12 or gt 2500 then goto ERR1_E11COST

ELSE goto E11STORE

20C E11STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E11PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E11PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto E11LOC

20C E11LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E11LOCST

20C E11LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E11LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[14] = 1 then goto PSCATE14

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7
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20C PSCATE14 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any home or cellular telephones, answering 

machines, or other phone accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E14_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP7

20C E14_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of home or 

cellular telephones, answering machines, or other 

phone accessories?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_E14COST

ELSE goto E14STORE

20C E14STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E14PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

20C E14PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP7

 

2: Goto E14LOC

20C E14LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E14LOCST

20C E14LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E14LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP7

END_POPGRP7 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

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20C PGRP8_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

two years, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, two 

years ago). We have used the responses that you've 

already given us to shorten this part of the interview, 

so I'll only be asking you about expenses that you 

told me that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_H[16] = 1 then goto PSCATH16

ELSEIF Ask_H[10] = 1 then goto PSCATH10

ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH16 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any entertainment centers, bookcases, desks, or 

barstools?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H16_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[10] = 1 then goto PSCATH10

 ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

 ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H16_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of living 

room, family, or recreation room furniture?

IF ENTRY lt 11 or gt 2400 then goto ERR1_H16COST

ELSE goto H16STORE
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20C H16STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H16PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[10] = 1 then goto PSCATH10

ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H16PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[10] = 1 then goto PSCATH10

 ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

 ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto H16LOC

20C H16LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H16LOCST
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20C H16LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H16LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[10] = 1 then goto PSCATH10

ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH10 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 months ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any bedroom furniture including mattresses or box 

springs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H10_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

 ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H10_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of bedrrom 

furniture including mattresses or box springs?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 3500 then goto ERR1_H10COST

ELSE goto H10STORE
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20C H10STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H10PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H10PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

 ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto H10LOC

20C H10LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H10LOCST
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20C H10LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H10LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[15] = 1 then goto PSCATH15

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH15 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any outdoor furniture?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H15_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H15_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of outdoor 

furniture?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 900 then goto ERR1_H15COST

ELSE goto H15STORE
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20C H15STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H15PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H15PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto H15LOC

20C H15LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H15LOCST
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20C H15LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H15LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[04] = 1 then goto PSCATM04

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATM04 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for physicians' services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto M04_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M04_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for physicians' services?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 379 then goto ERR1_M04COST

ELSE goto M04STORE
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20C M04STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto M04PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M04PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

 ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto M04LOC

20C M04LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto M04LOCST

20C M04LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_M04LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[05] = 1 then goto PSCATM05

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8
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20C PSCATM05 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for dental services?

1. Yes 

2. No

1: Goto M05_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M05_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for dental services?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 1400 then goto ERR1_M05COST

ELSE goto M05STORE

20C M05STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto M05PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M05PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

 ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08 

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto M05LOC

20C M05LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto M05LOCST
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20C M05LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_M05LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[06] = 1 then goto PSCATM06

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATM06 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for eyeglasses or eye care?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto M06_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M06_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for eyeglasses or eye 

care?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 2000 then goto ERR1_M06COST

ELSE goto M06STORE

20C M06STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto M06PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8
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20C M06PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto M06LOC

20C M06LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto M06LOCST

20C M06LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_M06LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[07] = 1 then goto PSCATM07

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATM07 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for services by medical professionals 

excluding physicians, dentists, and ophthalmologists 

or opticians?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto M07_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M07_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for services by medical 

professionals excluding physicians, dentists, 

ophthalmologists or opticians?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 800 then goto ERR1_M07COST

ELSE goto M07STORE
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20C M07STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto M07PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C M07PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

 ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

 

2: Goto M07LOC

20C M07LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto M07LOCST

20C M07LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then

 goto CK_M07LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[41] = 1 then goto PSCATH41

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH41 Now, please think about the last TWO YEARS, since 

the first of (Month and Year, two years ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any living room, dining room, or kitchen furniture?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H41_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H41_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of living 

room, dining room, or kitchen furniture?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 7000 then goto ERR1_H41COST

ELSE goto H41STORE
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20C H41STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H41PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H41PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

 ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

2: Goto H41LOC

20C H41LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H41LOCST

20C H41LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H41LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[14] = 1 then goto PSCATH14

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH14 (Now, please think about the last TWO YEARS, since 

the first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any infants' furniture?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H14_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H14_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of infants' 

furniture?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 1065 then goto ERR1_H14COST

ELSE goto H14STORE
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20C H14STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H14PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H14PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

 ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

2: Goto H14LOC

20C H14LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H14LOCST

20C H14LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H14LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[07] = 1 then goto PSCATH07

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH07 (Now, please think about the last TWO YEARS, since 

the first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any flooring coverings, such as hard 

surface tiling, carpets, or scatter rugs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H07_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H07_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of flooring 

coverings, such as hard surface tiling, carpets, or 

scatter rugs?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1100 then goto ERR1_H07COST

ELSE goto H07STORE
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20C H07STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H07PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C H07PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

2: Goto H07LOC

20C H07LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H07LOCST

20C H07LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H07LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[08] = 1 then goto PSCATH08

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

20C PSCATH08 (Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (two years ago)./In the last TWO YEARS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any window coverings, such as curtains, drapes, or 

blinds?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H08_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP8

20C H08_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of window 

coverings, such as curtains, drapes, or blinds?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1650 then goto ERR1_H08COST

ELSE goto H08STORE

20C H08STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto H08PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8
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20C H08PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP8

2: Goto H08LOC

20C H08LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H08LOCST

20C H08LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H08LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP8

END_POPGRP8 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP9_AskFlags

20C PGRP9_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_A[03] = 1 then goto PSCATA03

ELSEIF Ask_A[13] = 1 then goto PSCATA13

ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C PSCATA03 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any men's socks, underwear, nightwear, or 

swimwear?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A03_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[13] = 1 then goto PSCATA13

 ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

 ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

 ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9
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20C A03_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of men's 

socks, underwear, nightwear, or swimwear?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 200 then goto ERR1_A03COST

ELSE goto A03STORE

20C A03STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A03PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[13] = 1 then goto PSCATA13

ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A03PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[13] = 1 then goto PSCATA13

 ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

 ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

 ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

 

2: Goto A03LOC

20C A03LOC In what city is (business name) located? Goto A03LOCST

20C A03LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (business name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A03LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[13] = 1 then goto PSCATA13

ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9
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20C PSCATA13 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any women's underwear, nightwear, or 

swimwear?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A13_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

 ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

 ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A13_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of women's 

underwear, nightwear, or swimwear?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 200 then goto ERR1_A13COST

ELSE goto A13STORE

20C A13STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A13PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A13PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

 ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

 ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

2: Goto A13LOC

20C A13LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A13LOCST
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20C A13LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A13LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[14] = 1 then goto PSCATA14

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C PSCATA14 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any women's hosiery or accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A14_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

 ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A14_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of women's 

hosiery or accessories?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 160 then goto ERR1_A14COST

ELSE goto A14STORE

20C A14STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A14PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A14PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

 ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

 

2: Goto A14LOC

20C A14LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A14LOCST
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20C A14LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A14LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[04] = 1 then goto PSCATA04

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C PSCATA04 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any men's accessories, including hats, 

ties, belts, or wallets?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A04_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A04_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of men's 

accessories, including hats, ties, belts, or wallets?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 160 then goto ERR1_A04COST

ELSE goto A04STORE

20C A04STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A04PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C A04PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

 ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

 

2: Goto A04LOC

20C A04LOC In what city is (business name) located? Goto A04LOCST
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20C A04LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (business name) located? 

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A04LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[10] = 1 then goto PSCATR10

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C PSCATR10 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for pet services such as grooming, 

boarding, or training?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R10_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C R10_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for pet services such as 

grooming, boarding, or training?

IF ENTRY lt 8 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_R10COST

ELSE goto R10STORE

20C R10STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R10PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C R10PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

 ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

 

2: Goto R10LOC

20C R10LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R10LOCST
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20C R10LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R10LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[11] = 1 then goto PSCATR11

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C PSCATR11 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for veterinarian services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R11_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C R11_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for veterinarian services?

IF ENTRY lt 12 or gt 700 then goto ERR1_R11COST

ELSE goto R11STORE

20C R11STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R11PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C R11PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

 

2: Goto R11LOC

20C R11LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R11LOCST

20C R11LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R11LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[30] = 1 then goto PSCATH30

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9
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20C PSCATH30 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any barbeque grills, powered lawn or garden 

equipment, or outdoor decorations?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H30_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP9

20C H30_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of barbeque 

grills, powered lawn or garden equipment, or outdoor 

decorations?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 2500 then goto ERR1_H30COST

ELSE goto H30STORE

20C H30STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H30PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

20C H30PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP9 

 

2: Goto H30LOC

20C H30LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H30LOCST

20C H30LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H30LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP9

END_POPGRP9 Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP10_AskFlag

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20C PGRP10_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_A[12] = 1 then goto PSCATA12

ELSEIF Ask_A[10] = 1 then goto PSCATA10

ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATA12 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any women's suits or suit components?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A12_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[10] = 1 then goto PSCATA10

 ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

 ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

 ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A12_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of women's 

suits or suit components?

IF ENTRY lt 18 or gt 1000 then goto ERR1_A12COST

ELSE goto A12STORE
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20C A12STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A12PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[10] = 1 then goto PSCATA10

ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A12PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[10] = 1 then goto PSCATA10

 ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

 ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

 ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto A12LOC

20C A12LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A12LOCST
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20C A12LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A12LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[10] = 1 then goto PSCATA10

ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATA10 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any women's dresses?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A10_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

 ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

 ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A10_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of women's 

dresses?

IF ENTRY lt 8 or gt 455 then goto ERR1_A10COST

ELSE goto A10STORE
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20C A10STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A10PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A10PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

 ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

 ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto A10LOC

20C A10LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A10LOCST

20C A10LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A10LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[11] = 1 then goto PSCATA11

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10
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20C PSCATA11 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any women's tops, skirts, pants, or 

shorts?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A11_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

 ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A11_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of women's 

tops, skirts, pants, or shorts?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_A11COST

ELSE goto A11STORE

20C A11STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A11PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A11PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

 ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto A11LOC

20C A11LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A11LOCST
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20C A11LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A11LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[16] = 1 then goto PSCATA16

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATA16 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any girls' clothing or accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A16_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A16_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of girls' 

clothing or accessories?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_A16COST

ELSE goto A16STORE

20C A16STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto A16PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10
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20C A16PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto A16LOC

20C A16LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A16LOCST

20C A16LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A16LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[08] = 1 then goto PSCATA08

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATA08 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any boys' clothing or accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A08_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A08_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of boys' 

clothing or accessories?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 500 then goto ERR1_A08COST

ELSE goto A08STORE
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20C A08STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A08PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A08PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

 ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto A08LOC

20C A08LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A08LOCST

20C A08LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located? 

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A08LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[09] = 1 then goto PSCATT09

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATT09 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any motor oil, coolants, or fluids?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T09_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C T09_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of motor oil, 

coolants, or fluids?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 65 then goto ERR1_T09COST

ELSE goto T09STORE
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20C T09STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto T09PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C T09PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

 ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto T09LOC

20C T09LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto T09LOCST

20C T09LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T09LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[08] = 1 then goto PSCATT08

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATT08 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any vehicle parts or accessories? Do not 

include tires.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T08_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C T08_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of vehicle 

parts or accessories? Do not include tires.

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1700 then goto ERR1_T08COST

ELSE goto T08STORE
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20C T08STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto T08PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C T08PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

 ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto T08LOC

20C T08LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto T08LOCST

20C T08LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T08LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[07] = 1 then goto PSCATT07

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATT07 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any tires?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T07_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C T07_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of tires?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 700 then goto ERR1_T07COST

ELSE goto T07STORE

20C T07STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto T07PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10
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20C T07PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto T07LOC

20C T07LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto T07LOCST

20C T07LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T07LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C PSCATA09 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 months ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any women's coats or jackets?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A09_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP10

20C A09_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of women's 

coats or jackets?

IF ENTRY lt 9 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_A09COST

ELSE goto A09STORE

20C A09STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A09PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

20C A09PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP10

2: Goto A09LOC

20C A09LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto A09LOCST
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20C A09LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A09LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP10

END_POPGRP1

0

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP11_AskFlag

s

20C PGRP11_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

six months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

six month ago). We have used the responses that 

you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_T[05] = 1 then goto PSCATT05

ELSEIF Ask_E[16] = 1 then goto PSCATE16

ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATT05 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuels?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T05_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[16] = 1 then goto PSCATE16

 ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

 ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11
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20C T05_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of gasoline, 

diesel or alternative fuels?

IF ENTRY gt 400 then goto ERR1_T05COST

ELSE goto T05STORE

20C T05STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto T05PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[16] = 1 then goto PSCATE16

ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11
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20C T05PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[16] = 1 then goto PSCATE16

 ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto 

PSCATE17

 ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto T05LOC

20C T05LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto T05LOCST
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20C T05LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T05LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[16] = 1 then goto PSCATE16

ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATE16 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for cellular telephone service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E16_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

 ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C E16_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for cellular telelphone 

service?

IF ENTRY lt 7 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_E16COST

ELSE goto E16STORE
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20C E16STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E16PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C E16PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

 ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto E16LOC

20C E16LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto E16LOCST
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20C E16LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E16LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_E[17] = 1 then goto PSCATE17

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATE17 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for local or long distance landline telephone 

service including prepaid phone cards?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto E17_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C E17_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for local or long distance 

landline telephone service including prepaid phone 

cards?

IF ENTRY lt 7 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_E17COST

ELSE goto E17STORE
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20C E17STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto E17PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C E17PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

 ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto E17LOC

20C E17LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto E17LOCST
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20C E17LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_E17LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[02] = 1 then goto PSCATR02

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATR02 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for any cable or satellite television or radio 

service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R02_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R02_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for cable or satellite 

television or radio service?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 100 then goto ERR1_R02COST

ELSE goto R02STORE
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20C R02STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R02PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R02PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

 ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto R02LOC

20C R02LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R02LOCST
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20C R02LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R02LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[09] = 1 then goto PSCATR09

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATR09 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any pets, pet supplies or accessories?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R09_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R09_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of pets, pet 

supplies or accessories?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_R09COST

ELSE goto R09STORE

20C R09STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R09PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11
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20C R09PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

 ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto R09LOC

20C R09LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R09LOCST

20C R09LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R09LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[05] = 1 then goto PSCATR05

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATR05 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for DVD or video game rentals?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R05_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R05_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for DVD or video game 

rental?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 390 then goto ERR1_R05COST

ELSE goto R05STORE
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20C R05STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R05PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R05PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

 ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto R05LOC

20C R05LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R05LOCST

20C R05LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R05LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[07] = 1 then goto PSCATR07

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11
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20C PSCATR07 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any CDs or audio downloads? Do not 

include fees for streaming services.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R07_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R07_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of CDs or 

audio downloads? Do not incude fees for streaming 

services.

IF ENTRY gt 250 then goto ERR1_R07COST

ELSE goto R07STORE

20C R07STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R07PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R07PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

 ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto R07LOC

20C R07LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R07LOCST
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20C R07LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R07LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[04] = 1 then goto PSCATR04

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATR04 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased DVDs or video downloads?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R04_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R04_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of DVDs or 

video downloads?

IF ENTRY gt 210 then goto ERR1_R04COST

ELSE goto R04STORE

20C R04STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto R04PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C R04PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

 ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto R04LOC

20C R04LOC In what city is (Business name) located? Goto R04LOCST
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20C R04LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R04LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[03] = 1 then goto PSCATM03

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATM03 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any medical equipment, supplies, or 

dressings?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto M03_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C M03_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of medical 

equipment, supplies, or dressings?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1350 then goto ERR1_M03COST

ELSE goto M03STORE

20C M03STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto M03PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C M03PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

 ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto M03LOC

20C M03LOC In what city is (Business name) located? Goto M03LOCST
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20C M03LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_M03LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[18] = 1 then goto PSCATT18

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C PSCATT18 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for intracity mass transit?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T18_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C T18_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for intracity mass transit?

IF ENTRY gt 300 then goto ERR1_T18COST

ELSE goto T18STORE

20C T18STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto T18PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C T18PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto T18LOC

20C T18LOC In what city is (Business name) located? Goto T18LOCST

20C T18LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T18LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[19] = 1 then goto PSCATT19

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11
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20C PSCATT19 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for taxi or cab fares?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T19_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP11

20C T19_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for taxi or cab fares?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 520 then goto ERR1_T19COST

ELSE goto T19STORE

20C T19STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto T19PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

20C T19PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP11

2: Goto T19LOC

20C T19LOC In what city is (Business name) located? Goto T19LOCST

20C T19LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T19LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP11

END_POPGRP1

1

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP12_AskFlag

s
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20C PGRP12_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_G[01] = 1 then goto PSCATG01

ELSEIF Ask_G[02] = 1 then goto PSCATG02

ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C PSCATG01 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any cigarettes? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G01_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[02] = 1 then goto PSCATG02

 ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

 ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C G01_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

cigarettes?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 80 then goto ERR1_G01COST

ELSE goto G01STORE

20C G01STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G01PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[02] = 1 then goto PSCATG02

ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12
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20C G01PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[02] = 1 then goto PSCATG02

 ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM01

 ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

2: Goto G01LOC

20C G01LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G01LOCST

20C G01LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G01LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[02] = 1 then goto PSCATG02

ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C PSCATG02 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any cigars, smoking tobacco, or chewing 

tobacco?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G02_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

 ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C G02_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of cigars, 

smoking tobacco, or chewing tobacco?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 80 then goto ERR1_G02COST

ELSE goto G02STORE
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20C G02STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G02PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C G02PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

 ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

2: Goto G02LOC

20C G02LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G02LOCST

20C G02LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G02LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[01] = 1 then goto PSCATM01

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C PSCATM01 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any prescription drugs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto M01_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12
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20C M01_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

prescription drugs?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 340 then goto ERR1_M01COST

ELSE goto M01STORE

20C M01STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto M01PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C M01PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

 ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

2: Goto M01LOC

20C M01LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto M01LOCST

20C M01LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_M01LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[15] = 1 then goto PSCATG15

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C PSCATG15 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for checking account fees, annual credit 

card fees, or other bank services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G15_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12
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20C G15_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for checking account fees, 

annual credit card fees, or other bank services?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_G15COST

ELSE goto G15STORE

20C G15STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G15PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C G15PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

 ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

2: Goto G15LOC

20C G15LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto G15LOCST

20C G15LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G15LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[16] = 1 then goto PSCATG16

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C PSCATG16 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for tax return preparation or other 

accounting services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G16_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C G16_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for tax return preparation 

or other accounting services?

IF ENTRY lt 25 or gt 1000 then goto ERR1_G16COST

ELSE goto G16STORE
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20C G16STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G16PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C G16PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

2: Goto G16LOC

20C G16LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto G16LOCST

20C G16LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G16LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_G[06] = 1 then goto PSCATG06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

20C PSCATG06 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any electrical personal care appliances such as 

shavers or hair dryers?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G06_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP12

20C G06_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of electrical 

personal care appliances such as shavers or hair 

dryers?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 125 then goto ERR1_G06COST

ELSE goto G06STORE

20C G06STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G06PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12
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20C G06PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP12

2: Goto G06LOC

20C G06LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G06LOCST

20C G06LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G06LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP12

END_POPGRP1

2

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP13_AskFlag

s

20C PGRP13_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_R[32] = 1 then goto PSCATR32

ELSEIF Ask_R[29] = 1 then goto PSCATR29

ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C PSCATR32 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any books, audio books, or ebooks?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R32_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[29] = 1 then goto PSCATR29

 ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

 ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23

 ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R32_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of books, 

audio books, or ebooks?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_R32COST

ELSE goto R32STORE
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20C R32STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R32PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[29] = 1 then goto PSCATR29

ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R32PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[29] = 1 then goto PSCATR29

 ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

 ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23

 ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

2: Goto R32LOC

20C R32LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R32LOCST

20C R32LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R32LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[29] = 1 then goto PSCATR29

ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C PSCATR29 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any single copy newspapers or 

magazines?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R29_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

 ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23

 ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R29_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of single 

copy newspapers or magazines?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 250 then goto ERR1_R29COST

ELSE goto R29STORE
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20C R29STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R29PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R29PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

 ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23

 ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

2: Goto R29LOC

20C R29LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R29LOCST

20C R29LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R29LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[30] = 1 then goto PSCATR30

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C PSCATR30 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any newspaper or magazine subscriptions?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R30_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23

 ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R30_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of 

newspaper or magazine subscriptions?

IF ENTRY lt 7 or gt 145 then goto ERR1_R30COST

ELSE goto R30STORE
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20C R30STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R30PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R30PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23

 ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

2: Goto R30LOC

20C R30LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R30LOCST

20C R30LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R30LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[23] = 1 then goto PSCATR23 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C PSCATR23 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of 12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any sewing machines, fabric, or sewing supplies?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R23_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R23_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) spend on your last purchase of sewing 

machines, fabric, or sewing supplies?

IF ENTRY lt 8 or gt 400 then goto ERR1_R23COST

ELSE goto R23STORE

20C R23STORE IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R23PURCH

 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13
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20C R23PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

2: Goto R23LOC

20C R23LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R23LOCST

20C R23LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R23LOCST

 

ELSEIF Ask_R[25] = 1 then goto PSCATR25

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C PSCATR25 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for membership fees for sport or health 

clubs, fraternal organizations, shopping clubs, or 

online discount memberships?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R25_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP13

20C R25_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for membership fees for 

sport or health clubs, fraternal organizations, 

shopping clubs, or online discount memberships?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 10000 then goto ERR1_R25COST

ELSE Goto R25STORE

20C R25STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R25PURCH

 

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

20C R25PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP13

2: Goto R25LOC
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20C R25LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R25LOCST

20C R25LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R25LOCST

 

ELSE goto END_POPGRP13

END_POPGRP1

3

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

POP14_AskFlag

s

20C PGRP14_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_G[08] = 1 then goto PSCATG08

ELSEIF Ask_T[15] = 1 then goto PSCATT15

ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATG08 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for personal care services such as haircuts, 

nail services, or tanning?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G08_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[15] = 1 then goto PSCATT15

 ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

 ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

 ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C G08_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for personal care services 

such as haircuts, nail services, or tanning?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 300 then goto ERR1_G08COST

ELSE goto G08STORE
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20C G08STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G08PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[15] = 1 then goto PSCATT15

ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C G08PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[15] = 1 then goto PSCATT15

 ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR26

 ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR27

 ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto

PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto G08LOC

20C G08LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G08LOCST
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20C G08LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G08LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[15] = 1 then goto PSCATT15

ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATT15 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for parking fees or tolls?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T15_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

 ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

 ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C T15_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for parking fees or tolls?

IF ENTRY gt 390 then goto ERR1_T15COST

ELSE goto T15STORE
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20C T15STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto T15PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C T15PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

 ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto 

PSCATR27

 ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto 

PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto T15LOC

20C T15LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto T15LOCST
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20C T15LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T15LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[26] = 1 then goto PSCATR26

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATR26 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (Six Months Ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any movie, concert, museum, or theme 

park tickets?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R26_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

 ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R26_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend for movie, concert, museum, or 

theme park tickets?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 720 then goto ERR1_R26COST

ELSE goto R26STORE

20C R26STORE What is the name of the theater, park, or museum? ENTRY: Goto R26LOC

DK,RF: IF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

 ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R26LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R26LOCST
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20C R26LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R26LOCST

ELSE goto R26DIR

20C R26DIR Were the tickets purchased directly from Business 

name or from a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: Goto R26PURCH

2: Goto R26THRDP

20C R26THRDP IF uppercase entry does not contain .COM and is not DK 

or RF 

 then goto R26PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R26PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

IF ENTRY = 2 and R26DIR = 2 then goto R26THDLC

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R26THDLC In what city is (3rd party name) located? Goto R26THDST
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20C R26THDST ? [F1]

In what state is (3rd party name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R26THDST

ELSEIF Ask_R[27] = 1 then goto PSCATR27

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATR27 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchased 

any admissions to sporting events?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R27_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R27_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend for admissions to sporting 

events?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 2500 then goto ERR1_R27COST

ELSE goto R27STORE

20C R27STORE What is the name of the stadium, arena, or sporting 

venue?

ENTRY: Goto R27LOC

DK,RF: IF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

 ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R27LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto R27LOCST
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20C R27LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R27LOCST

ELSE goto R27DIR

20C R27DIR Were the tickets purchased directly from Business 

name or from a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: Goto R27PURCH

2: Goto R27THRDP

20C R27THRDP IF uppercase entry does not contain .COM and is not DK 

or RF 

 then goto R27PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R27PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

IF ENTRY = 2 and R27DIR = 2 then goto R27THDLC

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C R27THDLC In what city is (3rd party name) located? Goto R27THDST
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20C R27THDST ? [F1]

In what state is (3rd party name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R27THDST

ELSEIF Ask_T[16] = 1 then goto PSCATT16

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATT16 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for automobile service clubs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T16_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C T16_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for automobile service 

clubs?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 155 then goto ERR1_T16COST

ELSE goto T16STORE

20C T16STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto T16PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14
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20C T16PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

 ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto T16LOC

20C T16LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto T16LOCST

20C T16LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T16LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[02] = 1 then goto PSCATH02

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATH02 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for lodging while away from home such as 

hotels, motels, or vacation rentals?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H02_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H02_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for lodging away from 

home such as hotels, motels, or vacation rentals?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1200 then goto ERR1_H02COST

ELSE goto H02STORE
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20C H02STORE What is the name of the hotel or place that you 

stayed?

RESPONSE: Goto H02LOC

DK,RF: IF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

 ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H02LOC In what city did you stay? Goto H02LOCST

20C H02LOCST ? [F1]

In what state did you stay?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H02LOCST

ELSE goto H02DIR

20C H02DIR Was the reservation made directly from Business 

name or from a third party?

1. Direct

2. Third party

1,DK,RF: Goto H02PURCH

2: Goto H02THRDP

20C H02THRDP IF uppercase entry does not contain .COM and is not DK 

or RF 

 then goto H02PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06 

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H02PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

IF ENTRY = 2 and H02DIR = 2 then goto H02THDLC

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H02THDLC In what city is (3rd party name( located? Goto H02THDST
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20C H02THDST ? [F1]

In what state is (3rd party name( located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H02THDST

ELSEIF Ask_H[03] = 1 then goto PSCATH03

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATH03 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for fuel oil for household heating?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H03_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H03_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for fuel oil for household 

heating?

IF ENTRY lt 34 or gt 722 then goto ERR1_H03COST

ELSE goto H03STORE

20C H03STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense? 

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H03PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H03PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

 ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto H03LOC

20C H03LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H03LOCST
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20C H03LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H03LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[04] = 1 then goto PSCATH04

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATH04 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for propane, firewood, coal, or charcoal 

used for household heating or cooking?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H04_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H04_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for propane, firewood, 

coal, or charcoal used for household heating or 

cooking?

IF ENTRY lt 7 or gt 700 then goto ERR1_H04COST

ELSE goto H04STORE

20C H04STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H04PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H04PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

 ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto 

PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto H04LOC

20C H04LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H04LOCST
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20C H04LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H04LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[05] = 1 then goto PSCATH05

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C PSCATH05 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of 12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for residential water and sewer service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H05_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H05_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for residential water or 

sewer service?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 250 then goto ERR1_H05COST

ELSE goto H05STORE

20C H05STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H05PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H05PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto H05LOC

20C H05LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H05LOCST

20C H05LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H05LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[06] = 1 then goto PSCATH06

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14
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20C PSCATH06 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for garbage or trash collection service?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H06_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP14

20C H06_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for garbage or trash 

collection service?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 150 then goto ERR1_H06COST

ELSE goto H06STORE

20C H06STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H06PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

20C H06PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP14

2: Goto H06LOC

20C H06LOC In what city is Business name located? Goto H06LOCST

20C H06LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is Business name located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H06LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP14

END_POPGRP1

4

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

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20C PGRP15_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

two years, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, two 

years ago). We have used the responses that you've 

already given us to shorten this part of the interview, 

so I'll only be asking you about expenses that you 

told me that you did not have in the last three months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_G[11] = 1 then goto PSCATG11

ELSEIF Ask_R[28] = 1 then goto PSCATR28

ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C PSCATG11 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for laundry or dry cleaning services?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto G11_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[28] = 1 then goto PSCATR28

 ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

 ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

 ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C G11_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expenses for laundry or dry 

cleaning services?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 260 then goto ERR1_G11COST

ELSE goto G11STORE

20C G11STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto G11PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_R[28] = 1 then goto PSCATR28

ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C G11PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online? 

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_R[28] = 1 then goto PSCATR28

 ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

 ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

 ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

2: Goto G11LOC

20C G11LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto G11LOCST
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20C G11LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_G11LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_R[28] = 1 then goto PSCATR28

ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C PSCATR28 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for recreational lessons, classes, or 

instruction?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto R28_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

 ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

 ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C R28_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for recreational lessons, 

classes, or instruction?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 544 then goto ERR1_R28COST

ELSE goto R28STORE

20C R28STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto R28PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10 

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C R28PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

 ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

 ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

2: Goto R28LOC

20C R28LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto R28LOCST
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20C R28LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_R28LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[11] = 1 then goto PSCATT11

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C PSCATT11 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for motor vehicle maintenance, inspections, 

or towing?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T11_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

 ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C T11_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for motor vehicle 

maintenance, inspections, or towing?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1500 then goto ERR1_T11COST

ELSE goto T11STORE

20C T11STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) has this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto T11PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C T11PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

 ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

2: Goto T11LOC

20C T11LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto T11LOCST
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20C T11LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T11LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[12] = 1 then goto PSCATT12

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C PSCATT12 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for motor vehicle repair?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T12_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C T12_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for motor vehicle repair?

IF ENTRY lt 6 or gt 3000 then goto ERR1_T12COST

ELSE goto T12STORE

20C T12STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF uppercase entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto T12PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C T12PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

2: Goto T12LOC

20C T12LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto T12LOCST

20C T12LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T12LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_T[10] = 1 then goto PSCATT10

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15
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20C PSCATT10 Now, please think about the last two years, since the 

first of (Month and Year, two years ago), have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for motor vehicle body work or paint?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto T10_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP15

20C T10_COST In the last TWO YEARS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for motor vehicle body 

work or paint?

IF ENTRY lt 15 or gt 4000 then goto ERR1_T10COST

ELSE goto T10STORE

20C T10STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK 

 or RF then goto T10PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

20C T10PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP15

2: Goto T10LOC

20C T10LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto T10LOCST

20C T10LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_T10LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP15

END_POPGRP1

5

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

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20C PGRP16_INTRO The next few questions are about expenses made by 

(you/you or anyone in your household) during the last 

12 months, that is, as far back as (Month and Year, 

twelve months ago). We have used the responses 

that you've already given us to shorten this part of the 

interview, so I'll only be asking you about expenses 

that you told me that you did not have in the last three 

months.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF Ask_A[17] = 1 then goto PSCATA17

ELSEIF Ask_A[19] = 1 then goto PSCATA19

ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

ELSEIF Ask_H[9] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[9] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C PSCATA17 Now, please think about the last six months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, six month ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) purchase any 

men's footwear?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A17_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[19] = 1 then goto PSCATA19

 ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C A17_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend for men's footwear?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 210 then goto ERR1_A17COST

ELSE goto A17STORE

20C A17STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A17PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[19] = 1 then goto PSCATA19

ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16
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20C A17PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[19] = 1 then goto PSCATA19

 ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

2: Goto A17LOC

20C A17LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A17LOCST

20C A17LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A17LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[19] = 1 then goto PSCATA19

ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C PSCATA19 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any women's footwear?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A19_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C A19_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend for women's footwear?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 210 then goto ERR1_A19COST

ELSE goto A19STORE
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20C A19STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A19PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C A19PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

 ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

2: Goto A19LOC

20C A19LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A19LOCST

20C A19LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A19LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_A[18] = 1 then goto PSCATA18

ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C PSCATA18 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any boys' or girls' footwear?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto A18_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C A18_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend for boys' or girls' footwear?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 210 then goto ERR1_A18COST

ELSE goto A18STORE
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20C A18STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto A18PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C A18PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

 ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

2: Goto A18LOC

20C A18LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto A18LOCST

20C A18LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_A18LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_H[09] = 1 then goto PSCATA09

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C PSCATH09 (Now, please think about the last six months, since 

the first of (six months ago)./In the last SIX MONTHS) 

have (you/you or anyone in your household) 

purchased any household linens such as kitchen or 

bathroom towels, bedding, or tablecloths?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto H09_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C H09_COST In the last SIX MONTHS, how much did (you/your 

household) last spend for household linens such as 

kitchen or bathroom towels, bedding, or tablecloths?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 374 then goto ERR1_H09COST

ELSE goto H09STORE
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20C H09STORE IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto H09PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C H09PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

 ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto 

PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

2: Goto H09LOC

20C H09LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto H09LOCST

20C H09LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_H09LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_F54 = 1 then goto PSCATF54

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C PSCATF54 Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (Month and Year, twelve months ago) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for catered events or board? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto F54_COST

2,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C F54_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for catered events or 

board?

IF ENTRY lt 10 or gt 6500 then goto ERR1_F54COST

ELSE goto F54_STORE

20C F54STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto F54PURCH

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16
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20C F54PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: IF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

 ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

2: Goto F54LOC

20C F54LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto F54LOCST

20C F54LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_F54LOCST

ELSEIF Ask_M[09] = 1 then goto PSCATM09

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C PSCATM09 (Now, please think about the last 12 months, since the 

first of (12 Months Ago)./In the last 12 MONTHS) have 

(you/you or anyone in your household) had any 

expenses for adult day care? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto M09_COST

2,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP16

20C M09_COST In the last 12 MONTHS, how much was (your/your 

household's) last expense for adult day care?

IF ENTRY lt 5 or gt 1200 then goto ERR1_M09COST

ELSE goto M09_STORE

20C M09STORE What is the name of the business where (you/your 

household) had this expense?

 Enter store, website, or company name

IF Uppercase Entry does not contains ".COM" and is not a 

DK

 or RF then goto M09PURCH

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

20C M09PURCH Was this paid for -

1. Online?

2. In person?

3. By mail or telephone order? 

4. Other

1,3,4,DK,RF: Goto END_POPGRP16

2: Goto M09LOC

20C M09LOC In what city is (Business Name) located? Goto M09LOCST
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20C M09LOCST ? [F1]

In what state is (Business Name) located?

 Enter the two character state abbreviation

IF entry is not a valid state abbreviation then 

 goto CK_M09LOCST

ELSE goto END_POPGRP16

END_POPGRP1

6

Exit section 20C and goto the next appropriate section

20C Ask_A

1. Yes

2. No

20C Ask_E

1. Yes

2. No

20C Ask_F54

1. Yes

2. No

20C Ask_G

1. Yes

2. No

20C Ask_H

1. Yes

2. No

20C Ask_M

1. Yes

2. No

20C Ask_R

1. Yes

2. No
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20C Ask_T

1. Yes

2. No

20B S20_END Goto Section 21 - BSECT21

21a ANYWORK Since the first of (reference month), did (you/NAME) 

earn any income from wages or salary?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto 21A_INTRO

2,DK,RF: Goto S21A_CHECK

21A S21A_INTRO 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.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto INCWEEKQ

21A INCWEEKQ (Now I am going to ask about (Your/Name's) work 

experience and income/ )

In the past 12 months, including paid vacation and 

sick leave, how many weeks did (you/NAME) work?

 

 If household member did not work, enter zero.

0: Goto INCNONWK 

1-52,DK,RF: Goto INC_HRSQ

21A INC_HRSQ In the weeks that (you/NAME) worked, how many 

hours did (you/he/she) usually work per week?

Goto OCCUCODE
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21A OCCUCODE 45 ? [F1]

Which of the following categories best describes the 

job in which (you/NAME) received the most earnings 

during the past 12 months?

 

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

Goto INCOMEY

21A INCOMEY (Were/Was) (you/NAME): 

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 ^YourHisHer OWN business, 

partnership, professional practice, or farm?

6. Working WITHOUT PAY in a family business or farm?

Goto SALARYST
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21A INCNONWK What was the main reason (you/NAME) did not work 

during the past 12 months? 

(Were/Was) (you/he/she) - 

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?

Goto SALARYST

21A SALARYST ? [F1]

The next few questions are about income DURING 

THE PAST 12 MONTHS, that is from (Date - one year 

ago) to (Yesterdays date)...

Did (you/NAME) receive any wages, salary, tips, 

bonuses, or commissions? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SALARYX

2,DK,RF: Goto SEMPFRM

21A SALARYX ? [F1]

How much did (you/NAME) receive before taxes?

1-99999999: IF entry < 500 or entry > 200000 then

 goto ERR1_SALARYX

 ELSE goto GROSPAYX

DK,RF: Goto SALARYB
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21A SALARYB 46 ? [F1]

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? 

1. $1-$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

Goto GROSPAYX

21A GROSPAYX What was the amount of (your/NAME's) last pay 

before any deductions?

Goto PAYPERD
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21A PAYPERD What period of time did this cover?

1. One week

2. Two weeks

3. Month

4. Quarter

5. Year

6. Twice a month

7. Other

1: IF GROSPAYX < 50 or GROSPAYX > 1635 then goto 

ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

2: IF GROSPAYX < 120 or GROSPAYX > 4800 then 

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

3: IF GROSPAYX < 100 or GROSPAYX > 12000 then 

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

4: IF GROSPAYX < 51 or GROSPAYX > 14583 then 

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

5: IF GROSPAYX < 250 or GROSPAYX > 155000 then 

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

6: IF GROSPAYX < 15 or GROSPAYX > 12838 then 

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

7: IF GROSPAYX < 200 or GROSPAYX > 10000 then 

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYPRDOT

DK,RF: IF GROSPAYX < 8 or GROSPAYX > 200000 then

goto ERR1_PAYPERD

 ELSE goto PAYSTUB

21A PAYPRDOT Goto PAYSTUB
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21A PAYSTUB Does the respondent have a paper or electronic pay 

check record present for (his / her / his/her) last 

paycheck?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto PRIVPENS

21A PRIVPENS ? [F1]

Was there any money deducted from (your/NAME's) 

pay for - 

Private pension fund?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto PRIVPENX

2,DK,RF: Goto GOVRET

21A PRIVPENX How much? 1-99999999: IF PAYPERD = DK or RF and (entry < 5 or 

entry > 

 147000) OR

 PAYPERD = 1 and (entry < 5 or entry > 

275) OR

 PAYPERD = 2 and (entry < 8 or entry > 

644) OR

 PAYPERD = 3 and (entry < 32 or entry > 

6000) OR

 PAYPERD = 4 and (entry < 5 or entry > 

4500) OR

 PAYPERD = 5 and (entry < 7 or entry > 

20000) OR

 PAYPERD = 6 and (entry < 30 or entry > 

1000) OR

 PAYPERD = 7 and (entry < 12 or entry > 

3000)

 THEN goto ERR1_PRIVPENX

 ELSE goto GOVRET

DK,RF: Goto GOVRET
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21A GOVRET Was there any money deducted from (your/NAME's) 

pay for - 

Government retirement?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto GOVRETX

2,DK,RF: Goto RRRDED

21A GOVRETX How much? 1-99999999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 590 then goto 

ERR1_GOVRETX

 ELSE goto RRRDED

DK,RF: Goto RRRDED

21A RRRDED Was there any money deducted from (your/NAME's) 

pay for - 

Railroad retirement? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RRRDEDX

2,DK,RF: Goto SSDED

21A RRRDEDX How much? 1-99999999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 444 then goto 

ERR1_RRRDEDX

 ELSE goto SSDED

DK,RF: Goto SSDED

21A SSDED ? [F1]

Was there any money deducted from (your/NAME's) 

pay for - 

Social Security including Medicare?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MEDICOV

2,DK,RF: Goto SSNORM
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21A SSNORM Are Social Security payments NORMALLY deducted 

from (your/NAME's) pay?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MEDICOV

2,DK,RF: Goto EMPLCONT

21A MEDICOV Does the money deducted for Social Security cover 

only the Medicare portion of Social Security?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto EMPLCONT

21A EMPLCONT Other than Social Security, did any employer or union 

contribute to (your/NAME's) pension or retirement 

plan in the past 12 months?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto SEMPFRM

21A SEMPFRM ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/NAME) receive any self-employment income 

or have a loss?

(Report income from own businesses (farm or non-farm) 

including proprietorships and partnerships)

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SEMPFRMX

2,DK,RF: Goto SOCSRRET
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21A SEMPFRMX -999999999-999999999: IF entry = 0 then goto 

CK_SEMPFRMX

 ELSEIF entry < 1 or entry > 200000 

 then goto ERR1_SEMPFRMX

 ELSE goto SOCSRRET

DK,RF: Goto SEMPFRMB

21A SEMPFRMB 46 ? [F1]

Could you tell me which range on CARD A best 

reflects (your/NAME's) income or loss from selfemployment during the PAST 12 MONTHS?

0. Loss

1. $1-$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

Goto SOCSRRET

21A SOCSRRET ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/NAME) receive any Social Security or 

Railroad Retirement benefits?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RRRETIRX

2,DK,RF: Goto SUPPLINC
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21A RRRETIRX ? [F1]

What was the amount of the last Social Security or 

Railroad Retirement payment received?

1-99999999: IF entry < 139 or entry > 6000 then

 goto ERR1_RRRETIRX

 ELSE goto INCMEDCR

DK,RF: Goto RRRETIRB

21A RRRETIRB 47 ? [F1]

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?

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

Goto INCMEDCR

21A INCMEDCR Is this amount AFTER the deduction for a Medicare 

premium? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto SS_RRQ

21A SS_RRQ During the past 12 months, how many Social Security 

or Railroad Retirement payments did (you/NAME) 

receive?

IF SS_RRQ > 12 then goto ERR1_SSRRQ

ELSE goto SUPPLINC
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21A SUPPLINC ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/NAME) receive any - 

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto SSIX

2,DK,RF: Goto INDRETAC

21A SSIX ? [F1]

What was the amount?

1-99999999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 15180 then goto 

ERR1_SSIX

 ELSE goto INDRETAC

DK,RF: Goto SSIB

21A SSIB 48 ? [F1]

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?

1. $1-$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

Goto INDRETAC
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21A INDRETAC DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -

Did (you/NAME) contribute any money to retirement 

plans such as 401(k)s or Individual Retirement 

Accounts, also known as IRAs? Do not include 

rollovers.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto INDRETX

2,DK,RF: Goto S21A_CHECK

21A INDRETX How much? IF entry < 75 or entry > 32000 AND (not DK or RF) then

 goto ERR1_INDRETX

ELSE goto S21A_CHECK

21A S21A_CHECK IF no more persons with 8500.INCWEEKQ = 0 or 

 8500.ANYWORK = 2,DK or RF then goto S21A_END

ELSE goto ANYWORK for the next person

21A S21A_END Goto Section 21B

21B INTERDIV ? [F1]

fill for INTERDIV

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.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto INTRDVX

2,DK,RF: Goto NETRENT

21B INTRDVX ? [F1]

What was the amount?

1-99999999: IF INTRDVX > 18000 then goto 

ERR1_INTRDVX

 ELSE goto NETRENT

DK,RF: Goto INTRDVB
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21B INTRDVB 48 ? [F1]

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?

1. $1-$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

Goto NETRENT

21B NETRENT ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

receive any net rental income or loss?

 Net rental income is the total amount after 

expenses.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto NETRENTX

2,DK,RF: Goto ROYEST
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21B NETRENTX -999999999-999999999: IF entry = 0 then goto 

CK_NETRENTX

 ELSEIF (entry < -150,000 or entry

 > 48,000) then goto 

ERR1_NETRENTX

 ELSE goto ROYEST

DK,RF: Goto NETRENTB

21B NETRENTB Goto ROYEST

21B ROYEST ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

receive any royalty income or income from estates 

and trusts?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto ROYESTX

2,DK,RF: Goto RETSURV
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21B ROYESTX ? [F1]

What was the amount?

1-99999999: IF entry < 11 or entry > 57926 then

 goto ERR1_ROYESTX

 ELSE goto RETSURV

DK,RF: Goto ROYESTB

21B ROYESTB Goto RETSURV

21B RETSURV ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

receive any retirement, survivor, or disability 

pensions?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto RETSURVX

2,DK,RF: Goto OTHREG
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21B RETSURVX ? [F1]

What was the amount?

(Do not include Social Security.)

1-99999999: IF entry < 125 or entry > 50000 then

 goto ERR1_RETSURVX

 ELSE goto OTHREG

DK,RF: Goto RETSURVB

21B RETSURVB Goto OTHREG

21B OTHREG ? [F1]

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? Do NOT include any monthly 

child tax credit payments.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHREGX

2,DK,RF: Goto LUMPSUM
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21B OTHREGX ? [F1]

What was the amount from all sources?

(Do not include lump sum payments such as money from 

an inheritance or sale of a home.)

1-99999999: IF entry < 58 or entry > 29812 then goto 

 ERR1_OTHREGX 

 ELSE goto LUMPSUM

DK,RF: Goto OTHREGB

21B OTHREGB Goto LUMPSUM
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21B LUMPSUM ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

receive any lump sum payments from insurance, 

estates, trusts, royalties, child support, alimony, 

prizes or games of chance, or from persons outside 

your household?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LUMPSUMX

2,DK,RF: Goto OTHERINC

21B LUMPSUMX ? [F1]

What was the total amount received (by all household 

members/ )?

1-99999999: IF entry < 5 or entry > 106000 then 

 goto ERR1_LUMPSUMX

 ELSE goto OTHERINC

DK,RF: Goto LUMPSUMB

21B LUMPSUMB Goto OTHERINC
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21B OTHERINC ? [F1]

DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS - 

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? Do NOT include 

any monthly child tax credit payments.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHRINCX

2,DK,RF: Goto MISCTAX

21B OTHRINCX ? [F1]

What was the total amount received (by all household 

members/ )?

1-99999999: IF entry < 100 or entry > 23404 then

 goto ERR1_OTHRINCX

 ELSE goto MISCTAX

DK,RF: Goto OTHRINCB

21B OTHRINCB Goto MISCTAX
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21B MISCTAX DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -

Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

PAY any inheritance or estate tax? 

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MISCTAXX

2,DK,RF: Goto FOODSMP

21B MISCTAXX What was the total amount PAID (by all household 

members/ )?

IF entry < 35 or entry > 6500 and (not DK or RF) then

 goto ERR1_MISCTAXX

ELSE goto FOODSMP

21B 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.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto FS_MTHI

2,DK,RF: Goto WELFARE

21B FS_MTHI In how many of the past 12 months were food stamps 

or EBTs received?

Goto FS_AMT

21B FS_AMT What was the dollar value of the last food stamps or 

EBT received?

1-99999999: IF entry < 10 or entry > 540 then 

 goto ERR1_FS_AMT

 ELSE goto WELFARE

DK,RF: Goto WELFARE
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21B WELFARE ? [F1]

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?

Please include even if only for one month. Do NOT 

include benefits from food, energy, or rental 

assistance programs.

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto WELFAREX

2,DK,RF: Goto MEALSPAY

21B WELFAREX ? [F1]

What was the amount for the PAST 12 MONTHS?

1-99999999: IF entry < 120 or entry > 11064 then goto 

 ERR1_WELFAREX

 ELSE goto MEALSPAY

DK,RF: Goto WELFAREB
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21B WELFAREB Goto MEALSPAY

21B MEALSPAY DURING THE PAST 12 MONTHS -

Have (you/you or any members of your household) 

received any free meals at work as part of your pay?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto MLPAYWKX

2,DK,RF: Goto S21B_END

21B MLPAYWKX About what was the WEEKLY dollar value of these 

meals?

IF entry < 18 or entry > 3213 and (not DK or RF) then

 goto ERR1_MLPAYWKX

ELSE goto MLPYQWKS

21B MLPYQWKS How many weeks did (you/you or any members of 

your household) receive such meals during the past 

12 months?

Goto S21B_END

21B S21B_END Exit block and goto Set21CompleteFlag
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Set21CompleteFl

ag

IF INTNMBR = 4 then goto Section 22

ELSE goto the BBACK block

22 LIAINTRO 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

Goto IRA

22 IRA Do (you/you or any members of your household) have 

any retirement accounts such as 401(k)s, IRAs, or 

Thrift Savings Plans?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto IRAX

2,DK,RF: Goto DEFBENRP

22 IRAX ? [F1]

As of TODAY -- 

What is the total value of all retirement accounts such 

as 401(k)s, IRAs, or Thrift Savings Plans that 

(you/your household) (own/owns)?

1-999999999999: IF IRAX gt 999999 then goto 

ERR1_IRAX

 ELSE Goto IRAYRX

DK,RF: Goto IRAB
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22 IRAB 1-6: Goto IRAYRX

DK,RF: Goto DEFBENRP

22 IRAYRX ? [F1]

What was the total value of all retirement accounts 

ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?

0: Goto IRAYR

1-999999999999: IF (IRAX = DK or RF) and IRAYRX gt 

999999 then 

 goto ERR1_IRAYRX

 ELSEIF (IRAX <> DK or RF) and 

 ((IRAYRX le (0.6 x IRAX)) or 

 (IRAYRX ge (1.4 x IRAX))) then 

 goto ERR2_IRAYRX

 ELSE Goto DEFBENRP

DK,RF: Goto IRAYRB

22 IRAYRB Goto DEFBENRP
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22 IRAYR Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

have any retirement accounts such as 401(k)s, IRAs, 

or Thrift Savings Plans ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto DEFBENRP

22 DEFBENRP ? [F1]

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

Goto STOCK

22 STOCK ? [F1]

Do (you/you or any members of your household) have 

any directly-held stocks, bonds, or mutual funds (Not 

in Retirement accounts/ )?

 Include U.S. savings bonds

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto STOCKX

2,DK,RF: Goto LIQUID

22 STOCKX ? [F1]

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)?

 Include US savings bonds

1-999999999999: IF STOCKX lt 5 or gt 999999 then 

goto ERR1_STOCKX

 ELSE goto STOCKYRX

DK,RF: Goto STOCKB
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22 STOCKB 49 ? [F1]

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/ 

)?

 Include US savings bonds

1. $1-$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

1-6: Goto STOCKYRX

DK,RF: Goto LIQUID

22 STOCKYRX ? [F1]

What was the total value of all directly-held stocks, 

bonds, and mutual funds (Not in Retirement accounts/ 

) ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?

 Include US savings bonds

0: Goto STOCKYR

1-999999999999: IF (STOCKX = DK or RF) and 

 STOCKYRX gt 999,999 then goto 

ERR1_STOCKYRX

 ELSEIF (STOCKX <> DK or RF) and 

 ((STOCKYRX le (0.6 x STOCKX)) 

or 

 (STOCKYRX ge (1.4 x IRAX))) 

then 

 goto ERR2_STOCKYRX

 ELSE goto LIQUID

DK,RF: Goto STOCKYRB
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22 STOCKYRB 49 ? [F1]

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?

 Include US savings bonds

1. $1-$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

Goto LIQUID

22 STOCKYR Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

have any directly-held stocks, bonds, or mutual funds 

(Not in Retirement accounts/ ) ONE YEAR AGO 

TODAY? 

 Include U.S. savings bonds

1. Yes

2. No

Goto LIQUID

22 LIQUID Do (you/you or any members of your household) have 

any checking, savings, money market accounts, or 

certificates of deposit or CDs?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto LIQUIDX

2,DK,RF: Goto WHOLIF
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22 LIQUIDX ? [F1]

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)?

1-999999999999: IF LIQUIDX gt 499999 then goto 

ERR1_LIQUIDX

 ELSE goto LIQUDYRX

DK, RF: Goto LIQUIDB

22 LIQUIDB 1-6: Goto LIQUDYRX

DK, RF: Goto WHOLIF

22 LIQUDYRX ? [F1]

What was the total value of all checking, savings, 

money market accounts, and certificates of deposit or 

CDs ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?

0: Goto LIQUDYR

1-999999999999: IF (LIQUIDX = DK or RF) and 

LIQUDYRX gt 499999

 then goto ERR1_LIQUDYRX

 ELSEIF (LIQUIDX <> DK or RF) and 

((LIQUDYRX le 

 (0.6 x LIQUIDX)) or (LIQUDYRX ge (1.4 x 

LIQUIDX))) 

 then goto ERR2_ LIQUDYRX

 ELSE goto WHOLIF

DK,RF: Goto LIQUDYRB
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22 LIQUDYRB Goto WHOLIF

22 LIQUDYR Did (you/you or any members of your household) 

have any checking, savings, money market accounts, 

or certificates of deposit or CDs ONE YEAR AGO 

TODAY?

1. Yes

2. No

Goto WHOLIF

22 WHOLIF ? [F1]

(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?

 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

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto WHOLIFX

2,DK,RF: Goto OTHAST
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22 WHOLIFX 1-999999999999: IF WHOLIFX gt 70000 then goto 

ERR1_WHOLIFX

 ELSE goto WHLFYRX

DK,RF: Goto WHOLIFB

22 WHOLIFB 1-6: Goto WHLFYRX

DK,RF: Goto OTHAST
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22 WHLFYRX 0: Goto WHLFYR

1-999999999999: IF WHLFYRX gt 70000 then goto 

ERR1_WHLFYRX

 ELSE goto OTHAST

DK,RF: Goto WHLFYRB

22 WHLFYRB Goto OTHAST
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22 WHLFYR Did (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 ONE YEAR AGO TODAY? 

 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

1. Yes

2. No

Goto OTHAST

22 OTHAST (Do/Does) (you/your household) have any other 

financial assets, such as annuities, trusts, and 

royalties?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHASTX

2,DK,RF: Goto CREDIT

22 OTHASTX As of TODAY --

What is 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

22 OTHASTB 1-6: Goto OTHSTYRX

DK, RF: Goto CREDIT
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22 OTHSTYRX What was the total value of these other financial 

assets ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?

0: Goto OTHSTYR

1-999999999999: IF OTHSTYRX =1-5 or gt 600000 then 

 goto ERR1_OTHSTYRX

 ELSE goto CREDIT

DK,RF: Goto OTHSTYRB

22 OTHSTYRB Goto CREDIT

22 OTHSTYR Did (you/your household) have any other financial 

assets, such as annuities, trusts, and royalties ONE 

YEAR AGO TODAY? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto CREDIT

22 CREDIT ? [F1]

(Do/Does) (you/your household) have any credit cards 

including store cards and gas cards?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto CREDITX

2,DK,RF: Goto STUDNT
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22 CREDITX ? [F1]

What is the total amount owed on all cards as of 

TODAY?

0-999999999999: IF CREDITX = 1-9 or gt 30000 then

 goto ERR1_CREDITX

 ELSE goto CREDTYRX

DK, RF: Goto CREDITB

22 CREDITB 1-6: Goto CREDTYRX

DK,RF: Goto CREDFINX

22 CREDTYRX ? [F1]

What was the total amount owed on all cards ONE 

YEAR AGO TODAY?

0: Goto CREDYR

1-999999999999: IF CREDTYRX = 1-9 or gt 30000 then 

 goto ERR1_CREDTYRX

 ELSE goto CREDFINX

DK, RF: Goto CREDYRB
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22 CREDYRB Goto CREDFINX

22 CREDYR Did (you/your household) have any credit cards 

including store cards and gas cards ONE YEAR AGO 

TODAY? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto CREDFINX

22 CREDFINX What was the total amount paid in finance, late 

charges, and interest for all cards in (last month)?

0-999999999999: IF CREDFINX gt 700 then goto 

ERR1_CREDFINX

 ELSE Goto STUDNT

DK, RF: Goto STUDNT

22 STUDNT ? [F1]

As of TODAY --

(Do/Does) (you/your household) have any student 

loans?

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto STUDNTX

2, DK, RF: Goto OTHLOAN
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22 STUDNTX ? [F1]

What is the total amount owed on all student loans?

1-999999999999: IF STUDNTX lt 50 or gt 199999 then 

 goto ERR1_STUDNTX

 ELSE goto STDNTYRX

DK, RF: Goto STUDNTB

22 STUDNTB 1-6: Goto STDNTYRX

DK, RF: Goto STUDFINX

22 STDNTYRX ? [F1]

What was the total amount owed on all student loans 

ONE YEAR AGO TODAY?

0: Goto STDNTYR

1-999999999999: IF (STUDNTX = DK or RF) and 

STDNTYRX gt 

 499,999 then goto ERR1_STDNTYRX

 ELSEIF (STUDNTX <> DK or RF) and 

((STDNTYRX 

 le (0.6 x STUDNTX)) or (STDNTYRX 

ge (1.4 x 

 STUDNTX))) then goto ERR2_ 

STDNTYRX

 ELSE goto STUDFINX

DK, RF: Goto STDNTYRB
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22 STDNTYRB Goto STUDFINX

22 STDNTYR Did (you/your household) have any student loans 

ONE YEAR AGO TODAY? 

1. Yes

2. No

Goto STUDFINX

22 STUDFINX What was the total amount paid in finance, late 

charges, and interest for all student loans in (last 

month)?

0-999999999999: IF STUDFINX gt 375 then goto 

ERR1_STUDFINX

 ELSE goto OTHLOAN

DK, RF: Goto OTHLOAN

22 OTHLOAN ? [F1]

As of TODAY --

(Do/Does) (you/your household) have any other debt 

such as medical loans or personal loans?

 Do not include mortgages, home equity loans, 

or vehicle loans

1. Yes

2. No

1: Goto OTHLONX

2,DK,RF: Goto S22_END
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22 OTHLONX 1-999999999999: IF OTHLONX lt 50 or gt 72000 then 

 goto ERR1_OTHLONX

 ELSE goto OTHLNYRX

DK,RF: Goto OTHLONB

22 OTHLONB 1-6: Goto OTHLNYRX

DK,RF: Goto OTHFINX

22 OTHLNYRX 0: Goto OTHLNYR

1-999999999999: IF OTHLNYRX = 1-49 or gt 72000 

then

 goto ERR1_OTHLNYRX

 ELSE goto OTHFINX

DK,RF: Goto OTHLNYRB
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22 OTHLNYRB Goto OTHFINX

22 OTHLNYR Did (you/your household) have any other debt such 

as medical loans or personal loans ONE YEAR AGO 

TODAY? 

 Do not include mortgages, home equity 

loans, or vehicle loans

1. Yes

2. No

Goto OTHFINX

22 OTHFINX 0-999999999999: IF OTHFINX gt 375 then goto 

ERR1_OTHFINX

 ELSE goto S22_END

DK, RF: Goto S22_END

22 S22_END
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BACK AFTERMID IF COMPLETE_FLAG = 1 and NOCONTACT = 0 and 

INTNMBR = 4 then 

 goto BlkAPPT.BResearch

IF COMPLETE_FLAG = 1 then goto DK_THANK

IF START = 4 then goto VERIFY_INFO

IF START = 3 then goto TRANS

IF REPLACE_VER2 = 1 OR REPLACE_SPAWN = 1 then 

goto DONE

IF (TYPEC = 3, 7, 10-12) then goto DONE

IF NONTYP = 1-3 then goto THANK2

ELSE goto BLkAPPT.APPTDATE

RES_INTRO We would like to improve the survey taking 

experience for others and your feedback can help us 

do that. Please think of your involvement in this 

survey as a whole when answering these next few 

questions.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto RES01

Back RES01 How burdensome was this survey to you? Would 

you say:

1. Not at all burdensome?

2. A little burdensome?

3. Somewhat burdensome?

4. Very burdensome?

5. Extremely burdensome?

Goto RES02
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Back RES02 How difficult was it for you to answer the questions in 

this survey?

1. Not at all difficult

2. A little difficult

3. Somewhat difficult

4. Very difficult

5. Extremely difficult

Goto RES03

Back RES03 How sensitive did you feel the questions I asked 

today were?

1. Not at all sensitive

2. A little sensitive

3. Somewhat sensitive

4. Very sensitive

5. Extremely sensitive

Goto RES04

Back RES04 In thinking about the length of today's survey, would 

you say that it was...

1. Very short?

2. Somewhat short?

3. Neither short nor long?

4. Somewhat long?

5. Very long?

Exit BResearch block and goto DK_CHECK

BACK DK_CHECK 1: Goto APPTDATE

2: Goto THANKYOU
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BACK APPTDATE I'd like to schedule a DATE to complete the (missing 

items/interview).

What DATE AND TIME would be best to visit you 

again? 

 Enter date in the format MM/DD/YYYY Today 

is (current date)

(DK Items: Press Ctrl-M to review all Don’t 

knows/ * Missing Sections: Press shift-F5 to view the 

status table)

EMPTY,RF: Goto APPTOTH

DATE: IF apptdate.DAY > 1 or apptdate.DAY < 31 then 

goto 

 CK_ApptDATE

 ELSEIF apptdate.MONTH < 1 or apptdate.MONTH 

> 12 then

 goto CK_ApptDate

 ELSEIF apptdate.YEAR < INTDATE.YEAR or 

apptdate.YEAR >

 INTDATE.YEAR + 1 then goto CK_ApptDate

 ELSEIF apptdate.MONTH <> INTPER[5:6] then 

goto 

 CK_ApptMonth

 ELSEIF apptdate < SYSDATE then goto 

CK_ApptPast

 ELSE goto APPTTIME

APPTTIME What TIME would be best to visit you again?

 Enter time in the format HH:MM AM/PM

IF (APPTDATE = SYSDATE) AND (APPTTIME <= 

SYSTIME) then 

 goto CK_APPTTIME

ELSE goto APPTOTH

BACK APPTOTH IF AskPhone2 = EMPTY then goto PHONENUMBER2

ELSE goto THANKCB
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BACK THANKYOU This concludes the interview. Thank you for your 

patience, and for taking the time to answer

our questions.

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.

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.

1. Enter 1 to Continue

IF INTNMBR = 1-3 then goto QTRAPPT

ELSE goto HOW_INTV

BACK QTRAPPT IF AskPhone2 = EMPTY then goto PHONENUMBER2

ELSE goto HOW_INTV
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FRONT PHONENUMBE

R2

Ask or verify, if necessary.

In case I need to contact you about this appointment, is 

there (a / a secondary) phone number and/or e-mail 

where I can reach you?

 Enter phone number or 0 for None/Refused

IF PHONENUMBER2 lt 10 digits and <> 0 then goto 

CK_PHONENUMBER2

ELSEIF PHONENUMBER2 = 0 then goto EMAILADDR

ELSE goto PHTYP2

Front PHTYP2 Goto EMAILADDR

FRONT EMAILADDR Enter E-Mail or press ENTER for 

None/Same

IF THANKYOU = 1 then goto HOW_INTV

ELSE goto THANKCB

BACK THANKCB (Thank you, I will come back at the time 

suggested./Thank you for your time.)

 Revisit: (Appointment information)

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto VERIFY_INFO

BACK THANK2 Thank you for your time. You've been very helpful.

 NOTE: Inform the respondent that a 

supervisor

 may call them to conduct reinterview.

 Explain re-interview as needed.

 Interview number: (1/2/3/4/5)

 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

Goto TELPV
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BACK TRANS 1: Goto MISS_SEC

2: Goto VERIFY_INFO

BACK MISS_SEC Goto HOW_INTV

BACK HOW_INTV How did you collect the data for this 

(first/second/third/fourth) interview for this household?

1. Personal visit for all sections

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

1,6: Goto SNGL_INT

2: Goto TEL_RESN

3,4,5: Goto TEL_SECT

BACK SNGL_INT Were you able to conduct the interview in a single 

(visit/call)?

1. Yes

2. No

IF HOW_INTV = 6 then goto TEL_RESN

ELSE goto TRVLTIME
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BACK TEL_SECT Which of these sections did you collect entirely by 

telephone? 

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas. 

 

 Do not select 5 or 6 if any part of the section 

was collected in person.

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. Sections 9, 10, and 11 Vehicle Expenses

6. Sections 12 and 14 Insurance

7. Section 13 Medical/Health Expenses

8. Section 17 Trips and Vacations

9. Section 18 Clothing

10. Section 21 Work Experience and Income

Goto TEL_RESN

BACK TEL_RESN 1-7: Goto TRVLTIME

8: Goto OTHTLRSN

BACK OTHTLRSN Goto TRVLTIME
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BACK TELPV Goto TRVLTIME

Back TRVLTIME 0-240: Goto INTVTIME

241-999: Goto CK_TRVLTIME

Back INTVTIME 0-240: Goto OTHTIME

241-999: Goto CK_INTVTIME

Back OTHTIME 0-240: IF Bcoverage.NONTYP = 1 AND SECTCOMP[2 or 

3] = 1 AND

 BCeintro.CE_INTRO = 1 then goto RESPON

 ELSEIF BCoverage.NONTYP = 1-3 then goto 

DONE

 ELSE goto CONVREF

241-999: Goto CK_OTHTIME
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BACK CONVREF Goto RESPON
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BACK RESPON If (BControlcard.TUnit1.Person.HH_MEM[RESPON] = 2) 

OR 

 (BControlcard.TUnit2.Person.AGERNG[RESPON] = 1) 

OR

 (BControlcard.TUnit1.Person.PERSTAT[RESPON] = 7, 8 

or 99) OR

 (BControlcard.TUnit1.Person.MEMBSTAT[RESPON] = 

1, 3 or 5) 

 then goto CK_RESPON

ELSE goto OTHRSP
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BACK OTHRSP IF OTHRSP = RESPON then goto CK_OTHRSP

ELSEIF (BControlcard.Tunit1.Person.FNAME[Othrsp] = 

999 or 

 EMPTY) or 

 (BControlcard.Tunit1.Person.HH_MEM[othrsp] = 2) 

OR

 (BControlcard.Tunit1.Person.MEMBSTAT[othrsp] = 1, 

3 or 5)

 OR (BControlcard.Tunit1.Person.PERSTAT[othrsp] = 

7, 8 

 or 99) then goto CK2_OTHRSP

ELSEIF 0 is selected with other answer list options then 

 goto CK3_OTHRSP

ELSE goto USERECS
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30. ^NAMEonly(30)

95. Proxy respondent

BACK USERECS 1-3: Goto TYPERECS

4: IF (INTNMBR = 4 or HOMEFILE8500 = 1) then 

 goto INFOBOOK

 ELSE goto HOMEFILE

BACK TYPERECS 1-8: Goto RSECTN

9: Goto SPECRECS

BACK SPECRECS Goto RSECTN
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RSECTN IF (INTNMBR = 4 or HOMEFILE8500 = 1) then goto 

INFOBOOK

ELSE goto HOMEFILE
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BACK HOMEFILE Goto INFOBOOK

BACK INFOBOOK Goto LANGUAGE

BACK LANGUAGE 1,2: Goto VERIFY_INFO

3: Goto LANG_SP

BACK LANG_SP Goto VERIFY_INFO
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BACK VERIFY_INFO

 Verify/change any of the information listed 

below

 

 Phone number: ((area)) (phone number) 

(Extension) Type: (Home/Work/Cell)

 Second phone: (2nd phone number) (2nd phone 

extension) Type: (Home/Work/Cell)

 Email address: (Email address)

 Best time to call : (Bestime code description)

 Specific best time: (best time specify)

 No Sunday: ((No Sunday 

Interview/Sunday interview okay)) 

1. Enter 1 to Continue

2. Change something

1: Goto DONE

2: Goto V_CHGWHAT

V_CHGWHAT What would you like to update?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas

 Phone number: ((area)) (phone number) 

(Extension) Type: (Home/Work/Cell)

 Second phone: (2nd phone number) (2nd phone 

extension) Type: (Home/Work/Cell)

 Email address: (Email address)

 Best time to call : (Bestime code description)

 Specific best time: (best time specify)

 No Sunday: ((No Sunday 

Interview/Sunday interview okay)) 

1. Primary phone

2. Secondary phone

3. E-mail address

4. Best time to call

5. No Sunday

1: Goto V_PHONE

2: Goto V_PHONE2

3: Goto V_EMAIL

4: Goto V_BSTTI

5: Goto V_NOSUN
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BACK V_PHONE IF entry lt 10 digits and ne 0 then goto CK_VPHONE

ELSEIF V_PHONE = 0 or EMPTY then 

 If 2 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_PHONE2

 Elseif 3 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto 

V_EMAIL

 Elseif 4 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto 

V_BSTTI

 Elseif 5 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto 

V_NOSUN

 Else goto DONE

ELSE goto V_PHTYP1

Back V_PHTYP1 IFf 2 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_PHONE2

ELSEIF 3 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_EMAIL

ELSEIF 4 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_BSTTI

ELSEIF 5 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_NOSUN

ELSE goto DONE

Back V_PHONE2 IF entry lt 10 digits and <> 0 and <> EMPTY then goto 

CK_VPHONE2

ELSEIF V_PHONE2 = 0 or EMPTY then 

 if 3 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_EMAIL

 Elseif 4 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto 

V_BSTTI

 Elseif 5 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto 

V_NOSUN

 Else goto DONE

ELSE goto V_PHTYP2
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Back V_PHTYP2 IF 3 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_EMAIL

ELSEIF 4 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_BSTTI

ELSEIF 5 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_NOSUN

ELSE goto DONE

Back V_EMAIL IF 4 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_BSTTI

ELSEIF 5 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_NOSUN

ELSE goto DONE

V_BSTTI Best time to contact

 

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

Goto V_BSTTI2

BACK V_BSTTI2 IF 5 selected in V_ChgWhat then goto V_NOSUN

ELSE goto DONE

BACK V_NOSUN Would a Sunday interview be acceptable?

 

1. Yes

2. No

3. battery problem

Goto DONE

BACK DONE Goto SET_REINT

BACK SET_REINT Exit Instrument
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CHI CTATEMPT 1-3: Goto TIMEOFCT

4: Goto NOATTEMPT

TIMEOFCT 1: Goto CASECONTACT

2: Goto FR_DATE

CHI FR_DATE DATE OF CONTACT

 Enter the date of the contact attempt in MM/DD/YYYY 

format

Goto FRTIME

CHI FRTIME TIME OF CONTACT

 Enter the time of the contact attempt in HH:MM 

am/pm format

Goto CASECONTACT

NOATTEMPT NOT ATTEMPTING CONTACT

 What were you doing?

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Reviewing or changing case information

2. Readying case for transmission

3. Locating activities (canvassing, management or 

government office, FastData, LiMA, etc.)

4. Verification of Type B/C

5. Opened case/ CHI by mistake

99. Other - specify

1-6: Exit CHI

99: Goto SPECNOATTEMPT
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SPECNOATTEM

PT

Exit CHI

CHI CASECONTACT 1: Goto CTTYPE

2,3: IF CTATEMPT = 1 then goto NCTPER

 ELSE goto NCTTEL

CHI CTTYPE CONTACT

Select the category that best describes this contact 

attempt.

1. Completed Case (Interview, Sufficient Partial, Type 

A/B/C/D, Vacant Interview, Temp Occupied Interview) - 

Ready to Transmit

2. Partial interview - follow-up required

3. Unable to conduct interview

1: Goto RSPNDENT

2,3: Goto NONINTER
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NONINTER PARTIAL INTERVIEW OR UNABLE TO CONDUCT 

INTERVIEW

 Select the categories that describe why you were not 

able to conduct or complete the interview during this

 contact attempt.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Eligible person not available

2. Inconvenient time

3. Respondent is reluctant

4. Language problem - specify

5. Health problem

6. Successful paper questionnaire placement / pick-up

99. Other - specify

1-3,5,6: Goto RSPNDENT

4: Goto cLANGUAGE

99: Goto CTOTHER

CTOTHER Goto RSPNDENT

CHI cLANGUAGE LANGUAGE

 Select the categories that descrige this language 

situation.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Specify language or dialect

2. No household member able to translate

3. Contact RO/FS about language problem

4. Unable to find translator

5. No time left to find translator

IF 1 selected then goto LANGLIST

ELSE goto RSPNDENT
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CHI LANGLIST 11-25, 97, 98: Goto RSPNDENT

99: Goto SPECLANG

SPECLANG Goto RSPNDENT
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CHI RSPNDENT CONCERN / BEHAVIOR / RELUCTANCE

 Select the categories that describe respondent 

concerns, behaviors, or reluctance during this contact

 attempt.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Not interested

2. Too busy

3. Interview takes too much time

4. Scheduling difficulties

5. Survey is voluntary

6. Privacy concerns

7. Local / State / Federal government concerns

8. Asks questions about the survey

9. Hang-up / slams door on Fr

10. Hostile or threatens FR

11. Family issues (death, illness, block participation in 

survey)

12. Gave that information last time

13. Asked too many personal questions last time

14. Too many interviews

15. Intends to quit survey

98. No concerns

99. Other - specify

IF 99 selected then goto RSPNDOTH

ELSE goto STRATEGS

RSPNDOTH OTHER CONCERNS/BEHAVIORS/RELUCTANCE

 Specify other concerns/behaviors/reluctance during 

this contact attempt.

Goto STRATEGS
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NCTTEL CONTACT-NONCONTACT / TELEPHONE

 Select the categories that describe this telephone 

contact/noncontact.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Got answering machine/voicemail 

2. Ring, no answer

3. Busy Signal

4. Disconnected

5. Wrong number

6. Spoke with ineligible person

7. Respondent left message (voicemail, text message, 

etc.)

99. Other - specify

IF 99 selected then goto NCTTELOT

ELSE goto STRATEGS

NCTTELOT Goto STRATEGS

NCTPER CONTACT-NONCONTACT / PERSONAL VISIT

 Select the categories that describe this personal visit 

contact/noncontact.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. No one home / No eligible person home

2. No one home - pervious note / letter taken

3. Household does not answer door - - evidence someone 

is home

4. Observe HH from vehicle

5. Unable to reach / locked gate / buzzer entry

6. Address does not exist / unable to locate

7. On vacation, away from home / at second home

8. Spoke with neighbor

9. Building management / doorman contact

10. Completed case (Type B/C, Vacant interview, or 

Temporarily Occupied Interview)

99. Other - specify

IF 99 selected then goto NCTPEROT

ELSE goto STRATEGS
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NCTPEROT Goto STRATEGS

STRATEGS STRATEGIES USED ON THIS CONTACT 

ATTEMPTED

 Select the categories that describe the strategies 

used on this contact attempt.

 Enter all that apply, separate with commas.

1. Advance letter given

2. Scheduled appointment

3. Left note / appointment card

4. Left promotional packet / informational brochure

5. Called household

6. Left message on answering machine/voicemail

7. Waited for respondent

8. Checked with neighbors

9. Contacted other family members

10. Contacted property manager doorman

11. Offered incentive

98. No Strategies

99. Other - specify

IF 99 selected then goto STRATOTH

ELSE exit CHI

STRATOTH Exit CHI

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SHELTX (Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (his/her/their) 

housing expenses with (his/her/their) own money? 

 

1. Yes

2. No
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

FOODX (Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (his/her/their) 

food expenses with (his/her/their) own money? 

1. Yes

2. No

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

OTHERX (Do/Does) (READ NAMES) pay for all (his/her/their) 

other living expenses such as clothing, 

transportation, etc., with (his/her/their) own money? 

1. Yes

2. No

DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SUPSRC Does all or part of the money to pay for (READ 

NAMES) (housing/food/other living expenses...) come 

from someone 

in this household?

1. Yes

2. No
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DEMOGRAPH

ICS

SUPRT1