Structural Equation Modeling in Practice: A Review and Recommended Two-Step Approach

In this article, we provide guidance for substantive researchers on the use of structural equation modeling in practice for theory testing and development. We present a comprehensive, two-step modeling approach that employs a series of nested models and sequential chi-square difference tests. We dis...

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