Math Problem Statement
A study of prostate cancer starts with 5,000 people. Of the people in the study, 125 have prostate cancer at baseline. Over the next 2 years, 75 more people develop new cases of prostate cancer. What is the prevalence of disease at the end of the study period ?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Epidemiology
Prevalence
Ratios
Formulas
Prevalence = (Number of people with the disease / Total population) × 100
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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