Codes and Frequencies
Description
FPSRCOTH indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question about why she chose to get family planning from her most recent source, the woman reported some "other" reason. The meaning of "other" depends on the specific reasons included in a sample.
Comparability — Index
GENERAL |
South Africa |
Togo |
Comparability
Apart from slight universe differences, FPSRCOTH has no comparability problems.
Comparability - Standard DHS
FPSRCOTH is a country-specific variable not included in the standard DHS questionnaire.
Comparability — South Africa [top]
The 1998 South African sample had FPSRCOTH as a write-in response.
Comparability — Togo [top]
The 1998 Togo sample had FPSRCOTH as a write-in response.
Universe
- South Africa 1998: Women age 15-49 who are using a modern method of contraception other than sterilization.
- Togo 1998: All women age 15-49.