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Table 3 Pearson correlation coefficients between CT disposition and PBL performance calculated using parametric bivariate correlation analysis (n = 102)

From: Influence of critical thinking disposition on the learning efficiency of problem-based learning in undergraduate medical students

CT/ CT Subscales	PBL performance
CT/ CT Subscales	PBL score	Participation	Preparation	Communication skills	Critical discussion	Team working
Total Score	0.264^**	0.266^**	0.260^**	0.224^*	0.231^*	0.211^*
Truth Seeking	0.161	0.153	0.198^*	0.110	0.163	0.096
Open-mindedness	0.245^*	0.261^**	0.226^*	0.228^*	0.180	0.226^*
Analyticity	0.230^*	0.198^*	0.206^*	0.197^*	0.201^*	0.260^**
Systematicity	0.177	0.168	0.234^*	0.126	0.134	0.140
CT self-confidence	0.272^**	0.292^**	0.242^*	0.225^*	0.245^*	0.221^*
Inquisitiveness	0.195^*	0.203^*	0.1543	0.163	0.170	0.184
Cognitive maturity	0.073	0.086	0.079	0.108	0.090	−0.067

^*P < 0.05 ^**P < 0.01

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