Relative risks indicates the percentage of disease cases in the general population that are attributable to a specific risk factor.

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Relative risks are measures used in epidemiology and represent the ratio of the probability of an outcome occurring in an exposed group compared to an unexposed group. It is often used to assess the impact of a risk factor on disease incidence in a population. It is expressed as a percentage or a decimal. Therefore, the statement "Relative risks indicate the percentage of disease cases in the general population that are attributable to a specific risk factor" is true.

Relative Risks Indicates the Percentage of Disease Cases in the General