SEMModComp: An R Package for Calculating Likelihood Ratio Tests for Mean and Covariance Structure Models

Abstract

SEMModComp, a software package for conducting likelihood ratio tests for mean and covariance structure modeling is described. The package is written in R and freely available for download or on request.

Keywords

structural equation modeling likelihood ratio model comparison computer program

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