The signs on Path Coefficients

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asamze
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The signs on Path Coefficients

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Hello There,
I have some problems in interpreting the signs of some paths in my models (positive vs negative signs). For example, 'security risk' construct has been found with a positive influence on 'consumer trust', whereas studies confirm the negative influence of security on trust. What do you think of this? Could I ignore the signs of some paths or need to be justified?

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Re: The signs on Path Coefficients

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Hi,

Positive or Negative sign have impact for decision accept or not hypothesis. if you ignore this, you will make Type I error. So, for this case, your hypothesis not support, just it.

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