The Major Multivariate Technique for Examining Is Factor Analysis

question 95

Multiple Choice

The major multivariate technique for examining is factor analysis.

• A) more than one dependent variable
• B) variable interdependence
• C) one dependent variable
• D) interobject similarity

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Definitions:

Chronological Age

The actual age of an individual or object, measured in units of time since birth or creation.

Cognitive Abilities

Mental capabilities encompassing reasoning, problem-solving, planning, abstract thinking, complex idea comprehension, learning from experience, and more.

Encoding

The initial learning of information; it is the process of converting sensory input into a form that is able to be processed and stored in the brain.

Factor

A condition or quality that brings about a result—in this case, “intelligent” behavior. A cluster of related items, such as those found on an intelligence or personality test.