RD Exam Ready Podcast

Research Validity, Reliability, Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV and NPV

October 11, 2026·25 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this episode of the RD Exam Ready Podcast, Zak Kaesberg breaks down validity vs. reliability, sensitivity vs. specificity and positive predictive value (PPV) vs. negative predictive value (NPV).You’ll learn how to distinguish these concepts, recognize them in research questions, and apply what you’ve learned through practice questions.📢 JOIN RD EXAM READY LIVE — OCTOBER 14!Join Zak on YouTube for a live practice-question session focused on test-taking strategies and applying your knowledge to exam-style questions. Tune in live or catch the replay afterward!Link to Live Session Join the RD Exam Ready email list for new podcast episodes, upcoming YouTube Lives, and PDF notes from live review sessions:http://eepurl.com/jvGxaAFollow RD Exam Ready:Instagram: @RDExamReadyTikTok: @rd.exam.readyYouTube: @RDExamReadySubscribe, rate, and share with your study group.Happy studying, RD2Be 💙

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