For a Case-Control Study Designed to Investigate a Possible Association

question 81

Multiple Choice

For a case-control study designed to investigate a possible association between endometriosis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) , 1,040 women with SLE and 1,260 women without SLE are selected.  The investigators inquire about a history of endometriosis in both groups of women.  Among women with SLE, 240 had a history of endometriosis; among women without SLE, 210 had a history of endometriosis.  Which of the following is the estimated odds ratio of endometriosis in women with SLE compared to women without SLE?

• A)0.1
• B)0.7
• C)0.8
• D)1.2
• E)1.5

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