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Table 2 Reason for preference

From: Does Medical Students' Preference of Test Format (Computer-based vs. Paper-based) have an Influence on Performance?

Reason for the preference (frequency of the item) of the computer-based examination format n = 26 of 36

Reason for the preference (frequency of the item) of the paper-based examination format n = 55 of 62

Quick assessment (n = 10, 34%)

Possibility for outlines or written notices on the questionnaire (n = 23, 42%)

Supporting technological advancement (n = 7, 27%)

Better overview (n = 15, 27%)

Support of the computer concerning the number of the items to consider (n = 7, 27%)

Habit (n = 11, 20%)

More objective assessment (n = 2, 8%)

Fear of computer errors or disturbingly loud keyboards (n = 6, 11%)