Can we exclude items for theoretical reasons when applying Factor Analysis?

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I am trying to conduct factor analysis.Some items are loaded on some factors without no theoretical reason.Can we exclude these items?

Ceren Börüban

Thanks Rock.As I understand your answer is "yes". Do you have any article or tutorial supporting your idea. I googled but could not find.

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