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structural equation modeling

[/strʌkˈtʃərəl ɪˈkweɪʒən ˈmɑːdəlɪŋ/]
noun
modelagem de equações estruturais
1. A statistical technique used to test and estimate causal relationships between variables using a combination of statistical data and qualitative causal assumptions
Researchers used structural equation modeling to analyze the relationships between socioeconomic factors and academic performance.
Os pesquisadores usaram modelagem de equações estruturais para analisar as relações entre fatores socioeconômicos e desempenho acadêmico.
2. A multivariate statistical analysis method that allows researchers to examine complex relationships among observed and latent variables
Structural equation modeling is widely used in social sciences, psychology, and business research.
A modelagem de equações estruturais é amplamente utilizada em ciências sociais, psicologia e pesquisa empresarial.
Synonyms
SEMpath analysisconfirmatory factor analysisLISRELmodelagem SEM

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
modelagem de equações estruturais
Standard term used in academic and research contexts
Portugal
modelagem de equações estruturais
Same term used in Portuguese academic literature
Technical/Academic
SEM
Commonly abbreviated form used in research papers and presentations
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