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... The pane! does recommend refinements in several areas that need more attention or in which research in different directions is needed: plans and research in the use of sampling for nonresponse follow-up and plans to introduce integrated coverage measurement that uses sampling; the Bureau's geographic work in compiling the Master Address File and in developing cooperation with local governments; plans and testing of new survey methods (e.g., multiple response modes, respondent friendly questionnaires)
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... The pane! offers recommendations regarding the development of a cost-benefit mode} for the updating process, the establishment of explicit criteria for targeting updating checks, the development of a communication plan with local partners, and quality control checking.
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