A report suggests that driving examiners inquire if candidates prefer a chatty or formal communication style to reduce anxiety and improve pass rates, especially for female candidates. Research indicated that female candidates notice examiner demeanor more than males, affecting their confidence. Men tend to pass driving tests more frequently than women, with pass rates from 2007 showing a discrepancy. The study concluded that formal communication could intimidate candidates, while chatty examiners may distract them, highlighting the need for flexible communication strategies to enhance testing experiences.
The research indicated that male candidates pass driving tests more frequently than female candidates, with passing rates for men varying between 47% to 55%, and for women between 41% to 48%.
Examiners' communication styles could significantly impact test anxiety, with candidates feeling more intimidated when the examiner is formal and lacking pleasantries.
Recommendations suggest that examiners should ask candidates about their preferred communication style at the start of the test to reduce anxiety.
The study reveals that female candidates are notably affected by the examiner's demeanor, prompting feelings of self-judgment and worry about their performance.
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