Psychometric Validation of the Mathematics Attitude Questionnaire (MAQ): A Confirmatory Factor Analysis Approach

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Cross-sectional quantitative analysis validates the MAQ among Nigerian students, suggesting implications for mathematics education.

Confirmatory factor analysis showed a two-factor structure of enjoyment and perception of incompetence in the MAQ.
EFA revealed factor loadings of .49 to .80, with reliability marked at ω = .933, indicating strong internal consistency.
CFA indicated suboptimal model fit, with CFI at .831 and RMSEA at .141, suggesting the need for further theoretical refinement.
The validated MAQ serves as a reliable diagnostic tool for educators to enhance students' affective engagement and performance.

Kazaik Benjamin Danlami (2025) studied this question.

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