The Probability of Having a Disease Given a Positive Test

question 3

Multiple Choice

The probability of having a disease given a positive test result is known as

• A)accuracy.
• B)specificity.
• C)positive predictive value.
• D)negative predictive value.

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Definitions:

Urban Outskirts

Areas located on the edge of cities, typically characterized by a transition from dense urban structures to more suburban or rural settings.

Urban Housing Conditions

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Population Growth

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