[Questions 15 and 16 were asked to individuals 10 years of age and older]

15. Are you able to read and write?
(Mark yes only when the person knows how to do both.)

[Questions 15 and 16 were asked to individuals 10 years of age and older]

Question No. 15: Are you able to read and write? (Check "Yes", only when persons know both of them.)
[Questions 15 and 16 were asked to persons 10 years old and over.]
This question is asked with the purpose of measuring the literacy level of the population.
Literacy: The ability of the person to read and write.
[To the right of the text there is a picture.]
Literate: Is anyone able to read and write a message and understand it.
Illiterate:

If the person can read and write a message, check "Yes" (circle one). If the person only reads or write numbers, although she knows how to sign her name, check "No" (circle 2) and go to Section VII. Economic Characteristics.