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Question 1

Specificity vs sensitivity of a test
SPIN SNOUT

Answer 1

a specific test is “SPIN and SNOUT.”

SPIN stands for “SPecific tests rule IN the condition when they’re positive.” SNOUT stands for “SeNsitive tests rule OUT the condition when they’re negative.” A specific test is rarely results in false alarms, so a positive result on a specific test is good evidence for a condition.