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Codes and Frequencies
Description
WKREGEVER indicates whether the respondent has ever worked regularly.
Comparability — Index
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Comparability
Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording, WKREGEVER is largely comparable across samples.
Comparability - Standard DHS
WKREGEVER is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.
Comparability — Jordan [top]
The 2012 Jordan survey asks, "Have you ever done any work before?"
Universe
- Jordan 2012: Ever-married women age 15-49 who are not currently working.
- Zimbabwe 1988: Women age 15-49 who are not currently working or are working working in agriculture on her own/family land.
