What is a tribal designated statistical area?

• A. A unit drawn by tribes that do not have a recognized area
• B. A district defined by a federal urban program
• C. A county-level urban area
• D. A state-designated native regional area

Answer: (A)

A tribal designated statistical area is a geographic unit created by a tribe to collect and present statistical data for planning when the tribe does not have a formally recognized reservation or land area. This boundary allows data from federal programs and censuses to reflect the tribe’s population and needs, without relying on existing county, state, or federally recognized boundaries. It’s specifically drawn by the tribe itself for data purposes, not by federal urban districts, counties, or state-designated regions. That's why the description of a unit drawn by tribes that do not have a recognized area best fits.