Table 3 Logistic regression predictors identified as independently influencing success in the subsequent PACES examination.
| Predictor | Wald χ2 value | Degrees of freedom | p Value | Odds ratio of passing | 95% Confidence intervals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All candidates (n = 483) | |||||
| Passed part 2 written paper first time | 9.27 | 1 | 0.002 | 3.64 | 2.31 to 5.73 |
| Graduated from UK medical school | 8.67 | 1 | 0.003 | 5.72 | 3.86 to 4.87 |
| White ethnic origin | 5.17 | 1 | 0.023 | 2.04 | 1.42 to 2.94 |
| UK graduates (n = 227) | |||||
| Passed part 2 written paper first time | 8.59 | 1 | 0.003 | 2.90 | 1.45 to 5.80 |
| White ethnic origin | 6.37 | 1 | 0.012 | 2.15 | 1.21 to 3.81 |
| Overseas graduates (n = 256) | |||||
| Number of years qualified | 6.06 | 1 | 0.014 | 2.78 | 1.48 to 5.22 |