MEASWEIGHT is a numeric variable with decimals.

98 = Missing
99 = NIU (Not in Universe)

Description

MEASWEIGHT records the weight of the child in kilograms (kg). The child's weight was measured during the interview.

Comparability

This variable is comparable across samples. Measurements in units other than kilograms were converted to kilograms.

Some children have weights that may be unrealistically small or large.

Universe

Availability

This variable is not available for the currently selected unit of analysis.