Prompt A)

The U.S. Census collects information that will affect the distribution of fiscal resources and is used for reapportionment and redistricting, among other uses. Explain as clearly as possible how Census information is used to carry out these policies. Don't forget to explain about the differences, if any, between federal, state, local, and tribal programs.

Prompt B)

Explain the essential differences between the "short form" and the "long form" as used in 2010. Did the U.S. Census use the same forms for the 2020 Census? Explain.

Prompt C)

In a Census, some people are not counted. Why? What sorts of people are not counted? Explain. The total of such people is called the "undercount." It has been a tradition to estimate the undercount. Explain why certain people believe that it is important to estimate it. Why would anyone oppose estimating the undercount?

Prompt D)

Find the estimated undercount for the 2010 Census, and for the 2020 Census as well. Give a brief description of how this was accomplished. Critically evaluate how well the Census determined the undercount in 2010 and compare to the undercount of 2020. What were the issues that result in undercounts for the 2010 and 2020 Censuses, and were they resolved?

Prompt E)

How would an "overcount" occur? Explain. Find the estimated overcount for the 2010 and the 2020 Censuses. What does the Census Bureau do with the overcounts?