Suppose a test for cancer is given. If a person has cancer, the test will detect it
Question:
Suppose a test for cancer is given. If a person has cancer, the test will detect it in \(96 \%\) of the cases; if the person does not have cancer, the test will show a positive result \(1 \%\) of the time. If we assume that \(12 \%\) of the population taking the test actually has cancer, what is the probability (rounded to the nearest percent) that a person taking the test and obtaining a positive result actually has cancer?
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Step by Step Answer:
This is a question of conditional probability often solved by using Bayes theorem We can take it ste...View the full answer
Answered By
Charles mwangi
I am a postgraduate in chemistry (Industrial chemistry with management),with writing experience for more than 3 years.I have specialized in content development,questions,term papers and assignments.Majoring in chemistry,information science,management,human resource management,accounting,business law,marketing,psychology,excl expert ,education and engineering.I have tutored in other different platforms where my DNA includes three key aspects i.e,quality papers,timely and free from any academic malpractices.I frequently engage clients in each and every step to ensure quality service delivery.This is to ensure sustainability of the tutoring aspects as well as the credibility of the platform.
2+ Reviews
10+ Question Solved
Related Book For 
Question Posted:
