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Data analysis for the research conducted consisted of chi-square correlation, analysis of variance, and stepwise regression analysis.","This study found no statistical significant correlation between learning style and academic discipline. There was also no statistical significant correlation between students who matched learning style with academic discipline and completed their correspondence course and students with a mismatch. There was no statistical significant difference in mean grades of students who matched learning style with academic discipline and completed their correspondence course and students with a mismatch. Through a stepwise regression analysis, age, and student effort in a correspondence course were statistically significant factors in correspondence course completion. As age increased, the likelihood of course completion decreased. 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