The U.S. Bureau of the Census collects general demographic and economic information, using censuses and surveys. These surveys are done either using paper or software forms.

Both types of forms have to meet high standards in terms of comprehensibility, accessibility and clearness. During an exploratory usability test, the test subjects are observed while completing a questionnaire. The Observer Video-Pro is used to record behavior on video and for the analysis afterwards.   

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