Stochastic vs. Deterministic - Quiz RTBC

Question 1

Stochastic effects can be described by which of the following? (select 3)
- predictable
- random
- probabilistic
- unpredictable

Answer 1

• random
• unpredictable

Question 2

At very low doses of radiation, the probability of stochastic effects are:
- impossible
- unlikely
- highly unlikely
- predictable

Answer 2

• unlikely

Question 3

Deterministic effects are best described as:
- predictable
- random
- probabilistic
- unpredictable

Answer 3

• predictable

Question 4

What is the relationship between the severity & probability of a stochastic effect?
- direct
- indirect
- nonexistent

Answer 4

• nonexistent

Question 5

Which 3 of the following are deterministic effects?
- epilation (hair loss)
- skin erythema
- cancer
- cataracts

Answer 5

• epilation (hair loss)
• skin erythema
• cataracts