A factor analysis of MMPI and aptitude test data

Abstract

The MMPI, two-hand coordination test, basic battery of written tests, Navy enlisted personnel inventory, and a tank performance test were administered to 120 naval enlisted submarine candidates. Tables of intercorrelations and final factor loadings are included. A modified Thurstone Group Centroid factor analysis yielded six factors: (1) tendency to personality maladjustment; (2) numerical-verbal intelligence; (3) tendency to over-activity; (4) tendency to paranoia; (5) mechanical coordination; (6) tendency to femininity of interest pattern. 37 references. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)