The amount of variance in the original variables that is associated with a factor is represented by
A)factor loading
B)scree
C)factor score
D)eigenvalue
E)cluster seed

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The amount of variance in the original variables that is associated with a factor is represented by eigenvalue. Factors with high eigenvalues explain more variance in the original variables, therefore indicating their importance in the analysis. Factors with low eigenvalues may be disregarded as they do not explain a significant amount of variance.

The Amount of Variance in the Original Variables That Is