The questions should be asked of the head of household, spouse of the head of household or other adult household member if both head and spouse are absent.
Literal question
How many weeks has ..[NAME].. been absent from home during the past 12 months? Weeks
Question post text
WRITE '0' IF LESS THAN ONE WEEK >> NEXT PERSON
Description
Source of information
Head of household, spouse of the head of household or other adult household member