A good data definition provides a complete description of ALL the characteristics associated with a variable. We love your variables and what we need to fully appreciate their goodness is good old "TLV" from you.
| Stands For..More... | Overview | |
|---|---|---|
T | Type of Variable | The The most common types are dates, number, coded variables (e.g., 0 = No, 1 = Yes; Tell us if more than one option can be selected). |
L | Layout and Logic | Indicate the Indicate the look and feel of the variable, and when it should be displayed (e.g., only show if subject is a male). |
V | Validation | Indicate Indicate the rules that govern the acceptable variable values (acceptable range, units) |
T - Type of Variable
Tell us about your forms and variables
Keep It Simple!!
The standard look and feel a is one row per variable layout which is standard practice and always used if possible (more examples).
Mark It UP!!
Give each one of your forms and variables some good-old "TLV" and Mark It Up before sending it to us!
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