Table 7.
FCQ & DIQ differences between vegetarians and omnivores.
| FCQ & DIQ Factors | Vegetarians (n = 245) | Omnivores (n = 246) | t-Value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean (SD) | Mean (SD) | |||
| FCQ factor | Ethical Concern | 5.98 (0.78) | 4.39 (1.08) | 18.746 *** |
| Health | 5.64 (0.97) | 5.13 (0.98) | 5.784 *** | |
| Convenience & Price | 5.91 (1.04) | 5.39 (0.83) | −5.669 *** | |
| Mood | 5.56 (1.00) | 5.57 (0.82) | −0.061 | |
| Sensory Appeal | 4.73 (1.19) | 5.39 (0.75) | −7.334 *** | |
| Weight Control | 4.46 (1.46) | 4.81 (1.26) | −2.820 ** | |
| DIQ factor | Complex Motivation | 5.59 (1.00) | 3.27 (1.17) | 23.646 *** |
| Out-group Motivation | 4.61 (1.50) | 5.65 (1.30) | −8.154 *** | |
| Public Regard | 3.77 (1.40) | 5.54 (1.35) | −14.229 *** | |
| Strictness | 4.99 (1.59) | 3.34 (1.04) | 13.63 *** | |
** p < 0.01, *** p < 0.001.