Which of the following advanced correlational statistical procedures provides extensive information about which variables affect others variables and the direction of these effects?
A)Hierarchical linear modeling
B)Discriminant function analysis
C)Factor analysis
D)Structural equation modeling

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Structural equation modeling is an advanced correlational statistical procedure that provides extensive information about which variables affect others variables and the direction of these effects. SEM is a statistical method for testing and estimating causal relationships using a combination of statistical data and qualitative causal assumptions. It allows researchers to examine complex, multivariate relationships among variables and provides a framework for testing complex theories. The other options do not provide as much information regarding the direction of relationships among variables.

Which of the Following Advanced Correlational Statistical Procedures Provides Extensive