Nested model comparisons between common factors and composites.
Abstract
) can reliably discern whether data were sampled from a CFA or a formative measurement model, varying sample size, indicator weights, and the strength of the correlation with another concept. In two empirical examples, we illustrate how tools for nested model comparison can be used to distinguish among reflective and formative measurement models. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2026 APA, all rights reserved).
Fields of Study & Subjects
Psychometric Methodologies and Testing
Mental Health Research Topics
Personality Traits and Psychology
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Psychological Methods
- Publisher
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Volume
- 31
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 363–383
- Publication date
- 17 February 2026
- Language
- EN