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Table 6 Reading test (text 1) according to language proficiency (General English) and background knowledge: comparison of means

From: Exploring the role of language knowledge and background knowledge in reading comprehension of specific-purpose tests in higher education

Language proficiency by General English

Background knowledge

N

Mean

Significance

Elementary level

Yes

21

62%

F = 23.255 p < 0.01

No

9

24%

Intermediate level

Yes

22

71%

F = 26.014 p < 0.01

No

8

21%

Advanced level

Yes

22

77%

F = 27.451 p < 0.01

No

8

14%