[jQuery] Is this the correct way to get the value of a checked radio input?

[jQuery] Is this the correct way to get the value of a checked radio input?

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<div></div></font>I'm having some trouble getting the right results and trying to narrow down the problem...
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<div>Thanks,</div>
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<div>Rick<br clear="all"></div>
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