Factors derived from factor analysis may themselves be interrelated. When such factors are themselves factor analyzed, the resulting factors are called:
A) basic factors.
B) primary factors.
C) second-order factors.
D) cardinal factors.

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When factors derived from an initial factor analysis are themselves factor analyzed to understand their interrelations, the resulting factors are referred to as second-order factors. This process helps in understanding the higher-level structure of the data.

Factors Derived from Factor Analysis May Themselves Be Interrelated