
S3E03: Principal Components Analysis is your PAL
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Principal Component Analysis vs Factor Analysis
Principal component analysis is distinct from factor analysis. While there are similarities, principal component analysis focuses on reducing data to a manageable number of dimensions without concern for extracting a true number of dimensions like in factor analysis. It allows you to decide the meaningful dimensions for your analysis, making it a valuable tool for simplifying complex information.
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