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Moderation

Statistics & analysis

Definition

A relationship in which a third variable changes the strength or direction of the link between two other variables.

Where it's used

Testing whether an effect is stronger for one group than another
Boundary-condition contributions to theory

Software used

SmartPLSAMOSSPSS (PROCESS macro)

Related concepts

Mediation Structural Equation Modelling (SEM)ANOVA Average Variance Extracted (AVE)Bootstrapping Composite Reliability

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Guides that use this concept

Qualitative vs Quantitative vs Mixed Methods: Which Fits Your Study?

Reliability and Validity Explained (With Examples)

How to Determine Your Sample Size (Without the Guesswork)

Understanding P-Values and Statistical Significance (Plainly)

Mentoring for this area:Questionnaire Design Sampling SPSS

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