Denominator items - Indicator
A set of items used to calculate the denominator. The denominator items include the Data element/Data set (or a description of the data element if one has not been attached), data source, NMDS/DSS and the collection methods/guide for use.
- The denominator data element is a set of data elements used to calculate denominator. Wherein a data element has not been attached the user can include a description of the intended data element in the field labelled data element description if no data element attached.
- The data source is a specific data set, database and reference from where data are sourced.
- The NMDS/DSS is the name of the National minimum data set or data set specifications from which the data element is sourced.
- The collection methods/guide for use includes information such as the methods of data collection including census, sample survey, and administrative by-product.
- The denominator data element/s, data source and/or NMDS/DSS attached to the Indicator must relate to the appropriate year/s of data collection.