A learning goal involves enhancing knowledge or skill.

Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of SEM?

A) The estimation of multiple and interrelated dependence relationships simultaneously in a single analysis. B) The explaining of the covariance among the measured items or observed variables. C) The ability to discriminate multiple groups in a single analysis. D) A and B. E) A, B, and C.

Which of the following goals of the firm are synonymous (equivalent) to the maximization of

shareholder wealth? A) maximization of the total market value of the firm's common stock B) profit maximization C) risk minimization D) none of the above