Sullivan index denotes: September 2006
Ans. B: Life expectancy excluding disability free period This index (expectation of life free of disability) is computed by subtracting from the the life expectancy the probable duration of bed disability and inability to perform major activities, according to cross-sectional data from the population surveys. It is one of the most advanced indicators of disability rates currently available.
Life expectancy at bih
Life expectancy excluding disability free period
Contraceptive failure rate
Hookworm density in stool