Cysts ​ After Researching Cysts of a Particular Type,a Doctor

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Cysts
​ After researching cysts of a particular type,a doctor learns that out of 10,000 such cysts examined,1,500 are malignant and 8,500 are benign.A diagnostic test is available which is accurate 80% of the time (whether the cyst is malignant or not).The doctor has discovered the same type of cyst in a patient. ​ ​
-{Cysts Narrative} What is the probability that the patient will test negative?

Comprehend the influence of cultural perspectives on group behavior and dynamics.

Recognize the role of groups in shaping societal structures and individual actions.

Understand the ethical considerations in studying human behavior, including informed consent and the impact of researcher involvement.

Apply Lewin's Field Theory to analyze individual behavior changes within groups.

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