In determining the odds that a specific type of antibiotic preparation will cure otitis media in children, the odds ratio value was calculated to be greater than 1. With increases in the predictor, what will this mean for the outcome of the result?
A) A greater chance of a cure being achieved than if not treated.
B) A lesser chance of a cure being achieved.
C) A lesser chance of treatment being effective.
D) None of the above.

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When the odds ratio value is greater than 1, there is a higher chance of success with the treatment than without it. Therefore, with increases in the predictor, there is a greater chance of a cure being achieved than if not treated.

In Determining the Odds That a Specific Type of Antibiotic