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UH_ERNUSH_B1
Usual hours worked per week, 1982-2009
Codes
This is a 3-digit numeric variable.
Description
Usual hours worked per week - 1982-2009
These string values in the original data have been recoded as follows:
blank => -99 : Missing
Universe
- 1982-1988: Those eligible for the earner study.
- 1989-1993: Those employed in private or government and in outgoing rotations.
- 1994-2009: Those who reported their earnings at an hourly rate.
Availability
| Years | Jan | Feb | ASEC | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 – 2009 | X | X | - | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
