Biostatistics: practice question

A PSM question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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PSM · Biostatistics

Sample item

What is the most frequent value in a data set called?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

B. Mode

This Biostatistics item is answered by Mode, which directly follows the principle relevant to the observation, documentation, or public-health action described.

Option by option

  • A. Mean

    Mean does not establish the requested biostatistics conclusion.

  • B. Mode (correct)

    Correct. Mode most directly matches the defining clue in this item.

  • C. Median

    Median may be associated with another setting but is not the best fit here.

  • D. Range

    Range does not explain the stated finding or appropriate intervention.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this PSM question?

The best answer is B, Mode. This Biostatistics item is answered by Mode, which directly follows the principle relevant to the observation, documentation, or public-health action described.

Why is "Mean" not the answer?

Mean does not establish the requested biostatistics conclusion.

Why is "Median" not the answer?

Median may be associated with another setting but is not the best fit here.

Why is "Range" not the answer?

Range does not explain the stated finding or appropriate intervention.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Biostatistics in PSM. The correct option holds because: Correct. Mode most directly matches the defining clue in this item.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Biostatistics?

Practise biostatistics with small calculations until sensitivity, predictive values and risk measures are automatic. Then use the flashcards and the other PSM questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.