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Types of Observational and Analytical Studies Quiz

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What is another name for a cohort study?

Descriptive study

Ecological study

Prospective study (correct)

Cross-sectional study

What is the unit of study in a cohort study?

Patients

Populations

Individuals (correct)

Healthy person

What is the main purpose of a cohort study?

To analyze cross-sectional data

To conduct a field trial

To test the prevalence of a disease

To measure the association between suspected cause and disease (correct)

What is the alternate name for a case-control study?

<p>Case-Reference study</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a cohort?

<p>A group of people who share a common characteristic or experience within a defined time period</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Types of Studies

A cohort study is also known as a longitudinal study or prospective study.
In a cohort study, the unit of study is a group of people who share a common characteristic or exposure.
The main purpose of a cohort study is to identify and quantify the risk of developing a particular outcome or disease over time.

Case-Control Study

A case-control study is also known as a retrospective study.

Cohort Definition

A cohort is a group of people who share a common characteristic or experience within a defined time period.

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Test your knowledge of different types of observational and analytical studies with this quiz. Learn about cohort studies, cross-sectional studies, case-control studies, and more.