One issue that arises when conducting research with multifaceted constructs as independent variables is whether to treat the facets as separate variables or to combine them into a single variable. It is best to treat the facets as SEPARATE variables when
A) the facets are theoretically or empirically related to differ?ent dependent variables or to different facets of a dependent variable.
B) the theory of the construct predicts an interaction among the facets.
C) it is convenient to do so.
D) a and b, but not c.

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It is best to treat the facets as separate variables when they are theoretically or empirically related to different dependent variables or to different facets of a dependent variable (a) and when the theory of the construct predicts an interaction among the facets (b). Convenience (c) should not be the primary factor in making this choice. Therefore, the best choice is both a and b, but not c.

One Issue That Arises When Conducting Research with Multifaceted Constructs