[diurnalist]

There is some speculation (I haven't seen where the data for this preference for contractor status comes from other than "drivers surveyed") that the high preference is influenced by dark patterns in the ride-sharing apps, where the drivers are presented with in-app notifications very frequently until they indicate support.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/10/22/uber-pr...

I'm sure many would not consider themselves exploited and prefer to be contractors, but I'm personally skeptical that the breakdowns of this opinion are as reported by the companies.

[camgunz]

Incredible that anyone reports this stat as useful. It's blatantly coercive. What driver wouldn't fear algorithmic reprisal from not indicating support?