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Covariate-informed factor score estimation improves prediction accuracy in statistical analyses. This method mitigates biases in covariate effects, offering a more reliable approach for second-stage analysis when direct factor modeling is not feasible.

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  • Psychometrics
  • Statistical Modeling
  • Quantitative Psychology

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  • Directly modeling latent factors is optimal but often intractable.
  • Covariate-informed factor score estimation offers an alternative for manifest scores in secondary analyses.
  • The utility of these estimates as predictors remains understudied.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To extend prior research on factor score recovery.
  • To investigate the use of factor score estimates as predictors.
  • To assess performance with and without covariates used in estimation.

Main Methods:

  • Examined factor score estimates as predictors in regression models.
  • Compared results with and without the inclusion of covariates used during estimation.
  • Analyzed the impact on criterion relationships and covariate effect recovery.

Main Results:

  • Factor score estimates generally showed good recovery of the relationship with the criterion.
  • Substantial bias and increased variability were observed in covariate effects.
  • Covariate-informed factor score estimates significantly reduced these biases.

Conclusions:

  • Covariate-informed factor score estimation effectively mitigates bias in second-stage analyses.
  • Recommendations are provided for practical application and future research.
  • This method enhances the reliability of factor score estimates when direct modeling is not possible.