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  • Statistics
  • Psychometrics
  • Data Analysis

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  • Bounded data, with inherent upper and lower limits, often exhibits skewness.
  • Standard factor analysis methods may inaccurately estimate factors when dealing with skewed or doubly bounded data.
  • Opposite skewness in variables can lead to over-factoring using normal-theory approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and evaluate a Bayesian beta factor model for analyzing doubly bounded data.
  • To compare the performance of the beta factor model against the normal factor model using simulation studies.
  • To assess Bayesian model evaluation techniques for determining the optimal number of factors.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a Bayesian beta factor model for doubly bounded data.
  • Simulation study comparing normal and beta factor models with skewed variables.
  • Application of Bayesian model evaluation: posterior predictive checking, DIC, WAIC, and LOO.

Main Results:

  • The Bayesian beta factor model effectively analyzes data with mixed skewness patterns.
  • Simulation results indicate the beta factor model is a suitable alternative to the normal factor model for bounded data.
  • Posterior predictive checking demonstrated viability in selecting the optimal number of factors.

Conclusions:

  • The Bayesian beta factor model provides a robust approach for factor analysis of bounded data.
  • Bayesian model evaluation methods, particularly posterior predictive checking, are effective for factor selection.
  • This research offers a valuable tool for researchers working with skewed or bounded datasets.