Epidemiology
QUESTION 1
1. Each of the following is a plausible explanation for point estimates except:
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bias |
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confounding |
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random error |
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all are plausible |
QUESTION 2
1. Confounding can be controlled by matching cases and controls on the E* of interest.
True
False
QUESTION 3
1. Confounding is _________ common in observational studies than experimental studies.
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less |
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more |
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equally |
QUESTION 4
1. Crude OR = 3.5, OR adjusted for E* is 2.4.
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E* is a confounder |
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E* is not a confounder |
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not enough information to determine. |
QUESTION 5
1. Confounding can occur when two exposures are related to one another.
True
False
QUESTION 6
1. In your own words, tell me about confounding and its importance in epidemiology.