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BIO 201 Objective Question

Question

What is a false negative result?
Options
A Test indicates condition absent when it is present
Correct Answer
B Test indicates condition present when it is absent
C Negative control shows unexpected signal
D Reagents degrade before assay completion
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A false negative occurs when the test fails to detect an actual target condition.

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