Section E: Essay questions / Ethics

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The Census of Population and Housing is the largest statistical collection undertaken by the ABS and one of the most important. Its objective is to accurately measure the number and key characteristics of people who are in Australia on Census Night, and of the dwellings in which they live. This information provides a reliable basis for estimating the population of each of the states, territories and local government areas, primarily for electoral purposes and for planning the distribution of government funds. Census data are also used by individuals and organisations in the public and private sectors to make informed decisions on policy and planning issues that impact on the lives of all Australians.

Everyone in Australia is legally required to complete a Census form, to ensure that our Census data give an accurate and complete picture of our nation. For more information on the relevant legislation, see the Census and Statistics Act 1905.

Source: "About the Census: What is the Census?". Australian Bureau of Statistics. Australian Government. 15 May 2014. Archived from the original on 24 January 2015. Retrieved 6 January 2015.

Question. Inless than 400 words, identify and apply the PAPA framework for ethical issues relating to the development of an online census platform.