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Peer reviewedMulaik, Stanley A. – Multivariate Behavioral Research, 1987
Exploratory factor analysis derives its key ideas from many sources, including Aristotle, Francis Bacon, Descartes, Pearson and Yule, and Kant. The conclusions of exploratory factor analysis are never complete without subsequent confirmatory factor analysis. (Author/GDC)
Descriptors: Factor Analysis, History, Induction, Mathematical Models
Peer reviewedMcArdle, J. Jack – Multivariate Behavioral Research, 1984
The many methodological contributions of Raymond B. Cattell to multivariate analysis are discussed in terms of contemporary issues in structural equation modeling. His factor analytic approach is compared with current modeling practices. A critical evaluation finds much of Cattell's work still innovative, technically advanced, and valuable to…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Comparative Analysis, Estimation (Mathematics), Evaluation
