To Calculate the Predictive Value of a Positive Test,which of the Following

question 2

Multiple Choice

To calculate the predictive value of a positive test,which of the following should be known?

• A) Sensitivity only
• B) Specificity and prevalence only
• C) Sensitivity and specificity only
• D) Sensitivity,specificity,and prevalence

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Definitions:

Ideal Standards

Standards that can be achieved only under perfect operating conditions, such as no idle time, no machine breakdowns, and no materials spoilage; also called theoretical standards.

Machine Breakdowns

Refers to the unexpected failures or malfunctions of machinery that disrupt the production process or operations.

Materials Spoilage

The portion of raw materials that becomes unusable and is discarded during the production process.

Direct Labor

Labor costs directly attributed to the production of goods or services, such as wages paid to factory workers or assembly line employees.