The Bi-Factor Method

1937/03/01 by Karl J. Holzinger, Frances Swineford · 5 citations
Computer Science · #Advanced Statistical Modeling Techniques

paper · doi:10.1007/bf02287965

Abstract

The Bi-factor Method of factor analysis is described and illustrated with a small group of fourteen tests. A detailed illustration is given of how the method may be modified to the case of overlapping group factors. It is advocated that the Bi-factor pattern in unmodified form be used to determine the adequacy of tests for the measurement of unitary traits.

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