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DATA GEM: What is the Definition of that Variable? Making Sense of Census Terminology
DATA GEM: What is the Definition of that Variable? Making Sense of Census Terminology
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The Census Bureau has numerous surveys and Censuses going on at any one time! And inside of each of those programs are a number of unique terms and definitions. To help you understand those terms, we've created a plain language Glossary, where you can print and bookmark terms, or send us feedback on the site itself. Check it out!
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A series of "how-to" videos available for data users who are looking for an easy and quick way to enhance their knowledge of Census data.
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