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factor analysis Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: F AE1 K T ER0 AH0 N AE0 L AH0 S AH0 S

What Does Factor Analysis Mean?

As a noun, factor analysis means A statistical method used to describe variability among observed correlated variables in terms of one or more unobserved variables (called factors). It can also mean A statistical study performed using the method.

Factor Analysis Definition (Noun)

  1. A statistical method used to describe variability among observed correlated variables in terms of one or more unobserved variables (called factors).
  2. A statistical study performed using the method.

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Antonyms of Factor Analysis

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Word Forms & Grammar

factor analysis (countable and uncountable, plural factor analyses)

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