Question

Which statistical technique is used to analyze patterns of loading of coefficients?

• A. Correlation
• B. Regression
• C. Factor Analysis
• D. Item Analysis

Hint:

Factor loadings represent how strongly each variable is associated with a factor.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understand the statistical purpose.
- Factor analysis is a statistical method that examines relationships among observed variables. - It identifies latent variables (factors) that explain patterns of correlations among measured variables. 
Step 2: Analyze given options.
- Correlation: Measures relationship between two variables only. (Incorrect)
- Regression: Predicts one variable based on another. (Incorrect)
- Factor Analysis: Discovers underlying structure from loading patterns. (Correct)
- Item Analysis: Evaluates test questions, not loading patterns. (Incorrect)
Thus, the correct statistical technique is: \[ \boxed{{Factor Analysis}} \]