Given the following computer printout from a factor analysis, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A)There are seven factors.
B)There are seven variables.
C)Factor #7 could be eliminated from the analysis.
D)Variable #2 is most important for factor #2.
E)Variable #3 tells us nothing.

Question

Given the following computer printout from a factor analysis, which of the following statements is TRUE? ​ 
A)There are seven factors. 
B)There are seven variables. 
C)Factor #7 could be eliminated from the analysis. 
D)Variable #2 is most important for factor #2. 
E)Variable #3 tells us nothing.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The printout shows that there are seven variables (named Var1-Var7), but does not provide information on the number of factors. Option A is incorrect as this information is not given. Option C cannot be determined from the given printout. Option D is also not supported by the printout. Option E is incorrect as each variable contributes to at least one factor. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

Given the Following Computer Printout from a Factor Analysis, Which