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Direct linkGerring, John; Pemstein, Daniel; Skaaning, Svend-Erik – Sociological Methods & Research, 2021
A key obstacle to measurement is the aggregation problem. Where indicators tap into common latent traits in theoretically meaningful ways, the problem may be solved by applying a data-informed ("inductive") measurement model, for example, factor analysis, structural equation models, or item response theory. Where they do not, researchers…
Descriptors: Test Construction, Measures (Individuals), Concept Formation, Social Science Research
