How does GER measure enrollment at a level of education?

How does GER measure enrollment at a level of education? (a) Official age compared to population (b) Regardless of age compared to school-age population (c) Official age compared to population (d) none ✅ Correct option: (b) Explanation (200+ words) Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) measures the total enrollment at a given level of education, regardless of age, compared to the population of the official age group for that level. GER often exceeds 100% due to over-age and under-age enrollment. It reflects overall participation rather than efficiency. For PPSC, understanding GER vs NER is essential. 10 PPSC Facts 1. GER includes all ages 2. Can exceed 100% 3. Measures participation 4. Less precise than NER 5. Used by UNESCO 6. Affected by repetition 7. Over-age enrollment inflates GER 8. Common indicator 9. Used in policy analysis 10. Conceptual MCQs frequent