interaction between interviewers and householders and the design of the survey itself. Nonresponse in Household Interview Surveys: Provides a theoretical framework for understanding and studying household survey nonresponse Empirically explores the individual and combined influences of several factors on nonresponse Presents chapter introductions, summaries, and discussions on practical implications to clarify concepts and theories Supplies extensive references for further study and inquiry Nonresponse in Household Interview Surveys is an important resource for professionals and students in survey methodology/research methods as well as those who use survey methods or data in business, government, and academia. It addresses issues critical to dealing with nonresponse in surveys, reducing nonresponse during survey data collection, and constructing statistical compensations for the effects of nonresponse on key surveyestimates.