Why Are Latent Variables Better Suited Than Observed Variables to Assess

question 12

Multiple Choice

Why are latent variables better suited than observed variables to assess constructs?

• A) Latent variables are based on several measures of different variables
• B) Latent variables represent variables that partic ipants are not aware of during the experiment
• C) Latent variables are more restricted and easier to control than observed variables
• D) Latent variables are based on different measures of the same variable

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