A study showed that the relative risk of showing up late for class for "Group A" students as compared to "Group B" students was 3.45. The increased risk is __________ .
Group of answer choices
1.45
2.45
0
3.45
4.45
Ans:
Correct option is:
2.45
As,risk for showing up late for class for Group A is 3.45 times as compared to Group B,
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A study showed that the relative risk of showing up late for class for "Group A"...
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