Controls Are Needed in a Case‐control Study Because

question 4

Multiple Choice

Controls are needed in a case‐control study because:

• A)They may be followed to determine if they have the disease in question
• B)They increase the sample size so that statistical significance can be achieved
• C)They provide a comparable estimate of the frequency of exposure in the absence of disease
• D)They are matched to cases on suspected risk factors

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Definitions:

Bureaus of Vital Statistics

Government agencies tasked with recording and maintaining essential records of births, deaths, marriages, and divorces.

Banks

Financial institutions licensed to receive deposits, offer loans, and provide various financial services to individuals and businesses.

Response Time

The amount of time it takes to react to a request, inquiry, or stimulus.

Defendant

The individual or group facing a legal case brought against them in a judicial setting.