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 does statistical power represent?

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

The answer and the reasoning

D. Ability to detect a true effect

The defining Biostatistics principle supports Ability to detect a true effect; it directly accounts for the forensic observation, evidence requirement, or public-health measure in the question.

Option by option

  • A. Median value

    Median value is not consistent with the finding or appropriate action described.

  • B. Study prevalence

    Study prevalence may be useful elsewhere but is not the best answer here.

  • C. Probability of type I error only

    Probability of type I error only does not establish the requested biostatistics conclusion.

  • D. Ability to detect a true effect (correct)

    Correct. Ability to detect a true effect best fits the important clue in this sample.

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 D, Ability to detect a true effect. The defining Biostatistics principle supports Ability to detect a true effect; it directly accounts for the forensic observation, evidence requirement, or public-health measure in the question.

Why is "Median value" not the answer?

Median value is not consistent with the finding or appropriate action described.

Why is "Study prevalence" not the answer?

Study prevalence may be useful elsewhere but is not the best answer here.

Why is "Probability of type I error only" not the answer?

Probability of type I error only does not establish the requested biostatistics conclusion.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Biostatistics in PSM. The correct option holds because: Correct. Ability to detect a true effect best fits the important clue in this sample.

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.