Literal question
Chapter G.
For individuals 10 years of age and older
23. Have you worked before?
[] 1 Yes - Skip to question 25
[] 6 No - Skip to chapter H
25. What is (or was) your principal occupation in your work? Specify the duties. ____ _ _ _ _
Examples: Farmer, horticulturalist, agricultural laborer, food sales, dressmaker, bricklayer, auto mechanic, trailer truck driver, street vendor with a basket, supermarket cashier, construction electrician, primary school teacher, printing machinist.
Interviewer instructions
G. Population information
For persons 10 years of age and older
Question 25: What is (or was) your principal occupation in your job? Specify the task.
You should write the occupation in detail. For example: auto mechanic. If the person has more than one occupation, the informant should define the principal occupation.
Leave the space at the bottom blank. It is for office use.
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Below you will find a list of some examples of occupations and the correct manner for writing them.
Incorrect annotation / Correct annotation
Builder / Reinforced concrete installer, tile installer, floor installer, plasterer, etc.
Mechanic / Automobile mechanic, clothes washing machine mechanic, chroming mechanic, dental mechanic.
Worker / Blacksmith, welder, baker, restaurant cook, etc.
Vendor / Sidewalk vendor of corn bread, fruits and vegetables, small items, etc.
Employee / Fingerprint specialist, secretary, head of personnel, general manager, computer operator.
Painter / House painter, automobile painter, bridge painter, picture painter
Professional / Civil engineer, Dentist, pharmacist, lawyer, professor of elementary education.
Technician / Electronics technician, electrical technician, telecommunications technician.
Driver / Collective transportation driver, automobile driver, tractor driver, etc.
Small jobs / Patio cleaner, gardener, moving assistant, etc.
