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An exploration of the relationship between grit, reflection-in-learning, and academic performance in entry-level doctor of physical therapy students

, PT,PhD, , PT, DPT & , PT, DPT, ScD
Received 29 Feb 2024, Accepted 11 Jun 2024, Published online: 16 Jun 2024

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