A Guide to the Proper Use of Factor Analysis in the Conduct and Reporting of Research: Pitfalls to Avoid
Measurement and Evaluation in Counseling and DevelopmentPublished 1 October 1997
Peter F. Merenda
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Suggestions for proper procedures to use and pitfalls to avoid are offered to prospective authors of manuscripts on studies using factor analysis methods.
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