Comparison of OPTION scores in candidates who failed, passed or passed with merit.
| Candidate performance | Mean OPTION score | Mean difference (95% CI) | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fail (n = 10) | 28.6 | ||
| Pass including pass with merit (n = 26) | 36.1 | 7.5 (1.13 to 13.87) | 0.022a |
| Fail (n = 10) | 28.6 | Fail versus pass without merit: 4.19 (−3.88 to 12.3) | 0.60b |
| Pass (n = 15) | 32.8 | Pass versus merit: 7.84 (−4.01 to 15.7) | 0.05b |
| Merit (n = 11) | 40.6 | Merit versus fail: 12.0 (3.39 to 20.70) | 0.004b |