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Mental workload as a tool for understanding dual processes in rater-based assessments

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The author would like to thank Dr. Sydney Smee for her thoughtful review and suggestions regarding this commentary.

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Wood, T.J. Mental workload as a tool for understanding dual processes in rater-based assessments. Adv in Health Sci Educ 18, 523–525 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10459-012-9396-6

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