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    • Multidimensional scaling (MDS) is increasingly used for object dimensionalization.
    • Evaluating the quality and applicability of these dimensions is essential.
    • The concept of 'generality' is key to assessing the robustness of MDS findings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To propose and demonstrate a method for empirically verifying the generality of multidimensional scaling (MDS) configurations.
    • To highlight the importance of generality as the primary property of an MDS solution.
    • To provide a framework for assessing the reliability of MDS results across different applications.

    Main Methods:

    • A novel approach combining factor analytic procedures with multidimensional scaling (MDS) was developed.
    • This method allows for the empirical investigation of the generality of dimensional representations.
    • An illustrative example of the application of this combined methodology is presented.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed method provides a means to empirically assess the generality of MDS results.
    • It confirms that generality is a critical, verifiable property of multidimensional configurations.
    • The example demonstrates the practical utility of the combined factor analytic and MDS approach.

    Conclusions:

    • The generality of multidimensional scaling (MDS) results must be empirically verified.
    • A combined factor analytic and MDS approach offers a robust method for this verification.
    • This ensures the reliability and broad applicability of dimensional representations derived from MDS.