A Proposed Structural Model Involves Four Constructs, Two of Which

question 43

Multiple Choice

A proposed structural model involves four constructs, two of which are exogenous. X1 and X2 together cause Y1, which in turn causes Y2. What term describes this model?

• A)descriptive
• B)empirical
• C)nonrecursive
• D)recursive
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

Rising Sea Levels

The increase in the average level of the world's oceans, primarily caused by climate change and the melting of ice caps and glaciers.

Climate Change

The long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place, largely attributed to human activities like fossil fuel burning.

Air Pollution

The presence of harmful or excessive quantities of substances in the air, including gases, particulates, and biological molecules, that pose risks to health and the environment.

Climate Change

Long-term alterations in temperature, precipitation, and weather patterns, largely due to human activities like fossil fuel combustion, leading to global warming and other environmental impacts.