In factor analysis, a variable that functions independently of all others will be found to be an important personality variable.

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Factor analysis aims to identify underlying factors that explain the covariance between multiple variables. A variable that functions independently of all others will not have a strong relationship with any factor, and therefore, it is unlikely to be identified as an important personality variable through factor analysis.

In Factor Analysis, a Variable That Functions Independently of All