FAR-FRR-TAR-TRR Flashcards
1
Q
What is a True Positive?
A
The test says yes, and it’s right.
Example: A mammogram correctly identifies a woman with breast cancer.
2
Q
What is a True Negative?
A
The test says no, and it’s right.
Example: A blood test correctly identifies a person without a specific disease.
3
Q
What is a False Positive?
A
The test says yes, but it’s wrong.
Example: A pregnancy test incorrectly indicates a woman is pregnant when she is not.
4
Q
What is a False Negative?
A
The test says no, but it’s wrong.
Example: A drug test incorrectly shows a person is drug-free when they are not.
