5. Rooms
How many total rooms are there in this dwelling, including the kitchen? (Do not count hallways or bathrooms)
Record the number _ _
5. Rooms
This question identifies the total number of rooms of the dwelling. Read the question, listen to the answer and record the number. If the respondent has doubts or you perceive that the answer does not correspond what you see, say him/her that he/she should count all rooms (bedrooms, living room, kitchen) that are separated by fixed and complete walls. Further, read the phrase "do not consider hallways or bathrooms" when you consider that the informant may include them.
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Consider that some informants have a different idea about rooms. E.g., some people determine the number of rooms according to the functions performed (cooking and eating), even if they are not divided by fixed and complete walls. Therefore, it is desirable that you spend a little more time to ensure the correct understanding if this question and to support the respondent as needed. Keep in mind the following information:
[] As part of the built-up area, some dwellings may have a vestibule, entrance hall, hallway, corridor, porch, bathroom; these areas are not considered rooms.
[] If the furniture and dining room are in the same space (no walls separate them), it should be counted as a single room.
[] Curtains and half walls, bars, or furniture are not considered complete walls delimiting the rooms.
[] The kitchen is included only if it is limited by four walls.
[] In homes with separate rooms or scattered on the land, make sure the respondent includes all them.
[] Parking lots that are delimited by four walls are closed are only counted as rooms if a person usually sleeps there; therefore they also count as bedrooms.
Remember to check that the total number of rooms of the dwelling is always greater than or equal to the number of bedrooms.