C. For persons aged 6 years and above
[Questions 11-13 were asked of persons aged 6 years and above]

11. Can [the respondent] read and write Lao?

Section C: For persons aged 6 years and above
Section C deals with education questions. These questions shall be asked to all who is 6 years and above. For small children, less than 6 years, section C, D and E should be marked "N/A".

Question 11: Can [the respondent] read and write in Lao language?
The purpose of this question is to measure the literacy rate.

For a person to be considered literate (able to read and write) he/she must at least be able to read a newspaper or a bill-board and also at least be able to write a simple letter in official Lao. Note that both conditions (read and write) must be fulfilled for a positive response to be entered and also that the question refers to Lao official language.
Circle the appropriate answer. For not known, enter "9".