Biostatistics: practice question

A PSM question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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PSM · Biostatistics

Sample item

What does a p value below the chosen alpha suggest?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Result is statistically significant

This Biostatistics item is resolved by the defining principle: Result is statistically significant best matches the stated finding or public-health measure.

Option by option

  • A. Result is statistically significant (correct)

    Correct. Result is statistically significant directly addresses the key clue in this scenario.

  • B. Null hypothesis is proven

    Null hypothesis is proven may be relevant elsewhere, but it conflicts with the central fact given here.

  • C. Study has no bias

    Study has no bias does not explain the finding or provide the indicated intervention.

  • D. Effect is clinically certain

    Effect is clinically certain is not the best fit because it does not establish the requested biostatistics conclusion.

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What is the answer to this PSM question?

The best answer is A, Result is statistically significant. This Biostatistics item is resolved by the defining principle: Result is statistically significant best matches the stated finding or public-health measure.

Why is "Null hypothesis is proven" not the answer?

Null hypothesis is proven may be relevant elsewhere, but it conflicts with the central fact given here.

Why is "Study has no bias" not the answer?

Study has no bias does not explain the finding or provide the indicated intervention.

Why is "Effect is clinically certain" not the answer?

Effect is clinically certain is not the best fit because it does not establish the requested biostatistics conclusion.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Biostatistics in PSM. The correct option holds because: Correct. Result is statistically significant directly addresses the key clue in this scenario.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Biostatistics?

Practise biostatistics with small calculations until sensitivity, predictive values and risk measures are automatic. Then use the flashcards and the other PSM questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.