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BIO 201 Objective Question

Question

How does target disease prevalence affect PPV?
Options
A Higher prevalence increases PPV
Correct Answer
B Higher prevalence decreases PPV
C Prevalence has no effect on PPV
D Prevalence makes PPV equal to sensitivity
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

PPV increases as disease prevalence rises in the tested population.

Hint

No hint available

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