On the inadequacy of the partial and multiple correlation technique

A theoretical discussion of the limitations of the partial and multiple correlation techniques. It is shown that only in one condition out of a possible four is it justifiable to conclude that a factor is made constant by the partial correlation technique. Studies are examined and possible errors ar...

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Veröffentlicht in:Journal of educational psychology 1926-12, Vol.17 (9), p.625-630
1. Verfasser: Burks, B. S
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:A theoretical discussion of the limitations of the partial and multiple correlation techniques. It is shown that only in one condition out of a possible four is it justifiable to conclude that a factor is made constant by the partial correlation technique. Studies are examined and possible errors are detected.
ISSN:0022-0663
1939-2176
DOI:10.1037/h0075654