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Mean Risk Perception by Level of Motivation for the Stages of Change and Contemplation Ladder
| Level of Motivation to Quit | Absolute Risk Perception Mean (SD) | Relative Risk Perception Mean (SD) |
|---|---|---|
| Stage of Change | ||
| Low MTQ | 3.6 (1.00) | 3.3 (0.94) |
| Mid MTQ | 3.9 (0.80) | 3.5 (0.85) |
| High MTQ | 3.9 (0.91) | 3.5 (0.98) |
| Contemplation Ladder | ||
| Low MTQ | 3.4 (0.95) | 3.0 (0.86) |
| Mid MTQ | 3.8 (0.90) | 3.4 (0.88) |
| High MTQ | 3.9 (0.87) | 3.5 (0.87) |
Note. MTQ=motivation to quit
