Sensitivity Example: Calculations (2)

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Sensitivity Example: Calculations (2)

  • The current tried-and-true method also had 600 true-positive results but had 50 false-negative results.
  • Once again inserting these numbers into our equation, [600 ÷ (600 + 50)] x 100, we find that the current tried-and-true method has a sensitivity of 92%.