Which of the Following Statistical Tests Is Used to Determine

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statistical tests is used to determine whether the observed relationships among a set of variables conforms to a theoretical prediction about how those variables should be related?

• A) Exploratory factor analysis
• B) Loglinear analysis
• C) Canonical correlation
• D) Structural equation analysis

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Definitions:

Estimable Loss

A potential financial loss that can be predicted or estimated in terms of its amount or impact.

Effective Interest Rate

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IFRS

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