Understanding Coefficient Alpha: Assumptions and Interpretations

Dheeraj Sharma ()

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Abstract: This study aims to examine the effect of addition and deletion of items on coefficient alpha. In addition, necessary assumptions for appropriate interpretation of coefficient alpha are examined. This research offers prescriptive and descriptive insights for appropriate use of coefficient alpha. [W.P. No. 2016-03-38]

Keywords: coefficient alpha; assessment of reliability; assessing internal consistency; temporal stability. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2016-07
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