Table 8

Dependence of reading on birth and social variables

Predictor (SE)RateAccuracyComprehension
Intercept111.8(3.3)117.8(3.4)96.7(7.5)
Birthweight ratio14.6(7.5)
Girl14.1(3.5)5.6(2.4)
More than 1 benefit−11.5(3.8)−9.1(2.8)−8.1(2.9)
Benefit data missing−19.2(4.8)
Left school by 16−12.9(3.6)−11.8(3.6)
School data missing−25.2(4.2)−19.5(4.7)
House owner7.4(2.7)
Variation explained17%22%26%