Which of the Following Best Describes the Goal of a Structural

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the goal of a structural equation analysis?

• A) The relationships among nominal variables are tested.
• B) The relationships among latent variables are tested.
• C) A few dependent variables are expanded into many dependent variables.
• D) P-values are set at less than .05.

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Definitions:

Animals

Multicellular, eukaryotic organisms of the kingdom Animalia or Metazoa, characterized by their ability to move voluntarily, consume organic material, breathe oxygen, and reproduce sexually.

Choanoflagellates

Aquatic microorganisms thought to be the closest living relatives of animals, characterized by their flagellum and collar structure.

Foraminiferans

Marine protozoans characterized by their porous shells, or tests, through which pseudopodia extend for feeding and locomotion.

Rhizarians

A group of mostly unicellular eukaryotes, characterized by their production of pseudopods, which are extensions used for movement and feeding.