Literal question
Chapter H. Only for women, fifteen years old or more.
[Questions 50-55 were asked of women aged 15 years or older.]
51. Of your children that were born alive, how many are still alive?
_____ Number
If the answer is "none", write 0.
Interviewer instructions
Chapter H. Only for women 15 years of age or older
If the person is a woman who is 15 years of age or older, question 50 is presented; if not, the interview is ended and the next person is interviewed.
Question 51. Of your children born alive, how many are presently alive?
The number of children alive at the time of the census is recorded, including those who do not live in the household. The instructions from question 50 apply.