Second Order construct

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mohamed
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Second Order construct

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Hello Everyone,
I want to ask you about the best approach to use in constructing the second order construct in PLS. As there are two methods (the repeated-indicator approach) and the (Two-Stage approach). Actually, I know that the repeated-indicator measure works best when the number of indicators of latent variables are equal. In my case, the indicators of every latent variable is not equal and this why i am confused and i don't know which is better and whether the differences in the results will be higher or not regarding the two methods. my model is also reflective for first-order and second-order constructs.
jmbecker
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Re: Second Order construct

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You may want to read: Becker, J.-M., Klein, K., & Wetzels, M. (2012). Hierarchical latent variable models in PLS-SEM: Guidelines for using reflective-formative type models. Long Range Planning, 45(5-6), 359-394. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.lrp.2012.10.001
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