How can I compare latent means in CFA multigroup analysis with lavaan?

Rodrigo Moreta-Herrera @Rodrigo-Moreta-Herrera

13 June 2020 1 4K Report

I want to compare latent means differences in CFA multigroup analysis with lavaan. I need the syntax and the process.

Thank you,

Erik O'Donnell

A good overview of approaches here: https://m-clark.github.io/posts/2019-08-05-comparing-latent-variables/

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