The best diagnostic accuracy is achieved with a high rate of which of the following?
A) True positives and false negatives
B) True positives and true negatives
C) False positives and false negatives
D) False positives and true negatives

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The best diagnostic accuracy is achieved with a high rate of true positives and true negatives. True positives are cases in which the test correctly identifies the presence of the disease or condition, and true negatives are cases in which the test correctly identifies the absence of the disease or condition. False positives and false negatives can lead to misdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments or delays in necessary treatments, respectively. Therefore, a high rate of true positives and true negatives is the most desirable outcome for any diagnostic test.

The Best Diagnostic Accuracy Is Achieved with a High Rate