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In the context of a diagnostic screening test, a high sensitivity indicates which of the following?

A A low rate of false positives
B A high proportion of true negatives correctly identified
C A low rate of false negatives
D The probability that a positive test indicates disease

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Sensitivity is the ability of a test to correctly identify those with the disease (true positives). A high sensitivity means that very few diseased individuals are missed, hence a low rate of false negatives.

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