PLS application of Moderator variable for Multiple IVs

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ganavel9783
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PLS application of Moderator variable for Multiple IVs

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Hi Experts,

I have a question regarding the use of moderator variable for multiple IVs.
For example, let's say I have 3 independent variables(IVs) below:
1) Attitude (ATT)
2) Social Norms (SN)
3) Perceived control behaviour (PCB)

And I have 1 dependent variable(DV) below:
1) Intention to Pursue Post Graduate Course (INT)

I would like to add the moderator variable(MV) of information satisfaction (INSAT) to study the moderating relation of the 3 IVs with DV as shown in the attachment.
Is it possible to study 3 IVs with one moderating variable using smartPLS?
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3IVs with one moderator variable
3IVs with one moderator variable
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Re: PLS application of Moderator variable for Multiple IVs

Post by cringle »

In your case, you can add 3 interaction terms. Just right-click on the target variable in SmartPLS and use the moderation effect options three times.

Kind regards
Christian
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