Bayes' theorem
A)allows a level of certainty for a given belief or hypothesis to be modified either positively or negatively by incorporating new information pertinent to the hypothesis
B)involves the use of electrophoresis to separate alleles by size
C)is specific to parentage testing and the evolution of the associated statistical calculations
D)standardizes the calculations used in parentage testing and the interpretation and communication of the results

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Bayes' theorem is a mathematical formula used to update the probability of a hypothesis or belief based on new evidence or information. It allows us to adjust our level of certainty about a belief based on new evidence, making it a key tool in many fields, including statistics, genetics, and artificial intelligence.

Bayes' Theorem